Sonographer

University of Vermont Health - Elizabethtown Community Hospital; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health - Elizabethtown Community Hospital seeks an Ultrasound Technician to perform ultrasound exams and assist in the Radiology and Ultrasound Department. The role requires ARDMS registration in Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular, and strong communication with patients, families, and physicians.

The technician must maintain current knowledge of ultrasound equipment and handle high-stress situations with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must be ARDMS registered in Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and families.
• Effective communication with physicians and staff.
• Ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations.
• Maintain working knowledge of ultrasound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound exams on patients as ordered by physicians.
• Assists in all aspects of the Radiology and Ultrasound Department.

Skills

ARDMS Abdomen

ARDMS OB/GYN

ARDMS Vascular

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Ultrasound Tech performs Ultrasound exams on patients as ordered by physicians in an ethical and professional manner. Assists in all aspects of the Radiology and Ultrasound Department.

Qualifications / Job Requirements:

Education / Skills Required:

• Must be registered by the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in any of the following disciplines: Abdomen, OB/GYN or Vascular.
• Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and family in a professional and compassionate manner.
• Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.
• Requires the ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
• Must maintain a working knowledge of all ultrasound equipment.