Sonographer

Sonographer

The Sonographer performs all diagnostic ultrasound examinations that create the images needed for diagnosis. The Sonographer integrates scientific knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.

Primary Position Responsibilities:

• Performs all ultrasound procedures (General, OB-Gyn, Breast and/or Vascular, as appropriate) including patient positioning, machine set-up, image acquisition, measurements, and post-processing.
• Follows all National Patient Safety Goals.
• Provides recordkeeping of patient history and symptoms.
• Reviews orders, explains procedure, answers questions and provides a high level of patient satisfaction.
• Assists physician in the performance of invasive ultrasound procedures, if applicable.
• Maintains cleanliness of department and assures adequate supply inventory.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External): Physicians, hospital staff, patients, family

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to (position): Ultrasound Supervisor or Manager, Women’s Imaging Center

Supervises (position(s)): Student Technologists

Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Graduate of an Accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field of Study

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation): Required: None

License, Registry or Certification: Required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Credential or registry-eligible in appropriate areas of Ultrasound (general, OB-GYN, Vascular). Current CPR/BLS certification for Health Care Providers.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities: Required: None

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.