Sonographer - Full-time - Days

GBMC HealthCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Baltimore, MD is seeking a diagnostic ultrasound technologist to operate advanced ultrasound equipment and properly position patients for high-quality examinations.

The role involves performing and recording ultrasound tests across anatomy with attention to diagnostic accuracy and timely communication of preliminary findings to physicians.

Qualifications

• Completion of a one-year ultrasound training program or two years of supervised on-the-job training.
• CPR Certification required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills for interactions with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Operate multi-modality ultrasound equipment and position patients for examinations.
• Record preliminary findings to assist physician interpretation and ensure diagnostic quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Education

1-year ultrasound training

Job description

Under general supervision, operates sophisticated, multi-modality ultrasound equipment to obtain quality ultrasonic images. Positions patient and adjusts ultrasound equipment to the correct setting for each examination. Performs and records ultrasound diagnostic tests of all parts of the anatomy. Insures the ultrasound exam is of acceptable diagnostic quality and records preliminary findings to assist in physician’s interpretations.
Positions patient and adjusts ultrasound equipment to the correct setting for each examination. Performs and records ultrasound diagnostic tests of all parts of the anatomy. Insures the ultrasound exam is of acceptable diagnostic quality and records preliminary findings to assist in physician’s interpretations.

Education

Completion of a one (1) year ultrasound training program at an approved school of diagnostic imaging or a minimum of two (2) years of supervised on-the-job training.

Licensures/Certifications

Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).

Experience

N/A

Skills

• Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and families who may be under physical and/or emotional stress and fellow employees.
• Analytical skills necessary to determine the best method of providing requested sonograms based on the specifics of the individual case. Ability to detect pathology based on the knowledge of physiologic causes and effects of diseases.

Verbal communication skills necessary in order to exchange information on a professional basis with fellow professional, non-professional and ancillary personnel.