What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasonographer - Radiology position at Dartmouth Health?
Performs ultrasound examinations which include, 3D & 4D imaging with multiple imaging modalities, including high-risk gynecological/obstetrical examinations/procedures, infertility, and complex ultrasound guided biopsies.
This position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus.
This position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus.
- The bonus is available for external hires only, and certain conditions apply
- Selects equipment and imaging modalities, position and prep, to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.
- Operates ultrasonography equipment to perform examination. Evaluates accuracy and quality of scan results. Reviews patient record for prior findings/test results to aid in determining exam completeness.
- Selects and records preliminary study results. Prepares preliminary reports using department-specific structured reporting system.
- Takes measurements and labels them.
- Gathers and communicates ultrasound findings to the physician for interpretation.
- Consults with Radiologist about unusual scans and need for re-scanning.
- Performs transducer decontamination and maintains log entries, reporting any discrepancies to the Education Coordinator.
- Performs duties associated with interventional (biopsy) procedures.
- Modifies billing fields to reflect the exam being performed.
- Instructs and oversees students, residents, and physician staff in unit's operations.
- Maintains Ultrasonography equipment. Recognizes malfunctions and/or need for servicing. Ensures quality control procedures are maintained and maintains orderliness of ultrasound laboratory.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
- Graduate of accredited program for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and registry eligible required.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience performing a wide range of general and specialty ultrasound exams preferred.
- Experience in high-risk OB, advanced abdominal imaging, complex infertility, and guided biopsies preferred.
- Possesses a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, pathology and/or physiological data.
- Competent in Ultrasound reporting systems.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required within 30 days of hire date.
- Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy in the state of New Hampshire.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (RDMS- AB) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology (RDMS-OBGYN) or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (RDMS - BR) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS - FE) OR (RDMS - PS) or Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS)