What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer position at Hunterdon Health?
Position Summary
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
1. 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.
2. Follow all National Patient Safety Goals.
3. Provide recordkeeping of patient history and symptoms.
4. Review orders, explain procedure, answer questions and provide a high level of patient satisfaction.
5. Assist physician in the performance of invasive ultrasound procedures, if applicable.
6. Maintains cleanliness of department and assures adequate supply inventory.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required:
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
Preferred:
1-2 years of prior experience in Ultrasound
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Credential or registry-eligible in appropriate areas of Ultrasound (general, OB-GYN, Vascular)
Preferred:
None
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
Skills in diagnostic ultrasound examination and ability to integrate scientific knowledge and technical skills to effectively interact with all patients to provide quality patient care and useful diagnostic information.
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.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).