Ultrasonographer

Care New England Health System; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Ultrasonographer to perform ultrasound examinations and assist in invasive procedures. This role involves evaluating patient conditions and communicating findings effectively with medical teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in ultrasound, relevant certifications, and a commitment to maintaining current knowledge in the field. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to exceptional patient care and diagnostic accuracy.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound program is required.
• Minimum of six months of job-related experience or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and recognize pathologies for diagnosis.
• Summarize findings for radiologists and communicate with medical staff.

Skills

Ultrasound Examinations

Patient Evaluation

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate from accredited Ultrasound program

CPR Certification

RDMS Certification

RVT Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Independently perform ultrasound examinations, exercising judgment to recognize and record pathologies and abnormalities necessary for diagnosis.
• Review patient’s medical records and clinical information to evaluate the patient’s condition and determine the diagnostic information the physician is seeking.
• Summarize and document findings for radiologists and communicate with referring physicians, radiologists, nursing staff, and other departments about the examination.
• Maintain current knowledge of the specialty by attending seminars, in-services, and reading journals.
• Assist specialty physicians in performing invasive procedures (e.g., amniocentesis and biopsies) by providing ultrasound guidance for needle entry.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

• A graduate from an accredited Ultrasound program is required.
• A minimum of six months of job-related experience or equivalent is required.
• CPR Certification is required.
• RDMS certification is required.
• RVT certification is required for the Ultrasonographer position.