Sonographer Staff

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Sonographer Staff to perform routine to highly technical ultrasound examinations. The role requires independent judgement and initiative to apply nonionizing ultrasound for diagnostic purposes, with ARDMS registration as a must.

Education includes CAHEA/JRCT Radiologic Technology training and a two-year allied health equivalent, with 24 months of clinical ultrasound experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Independent judgement in performing ultrasound procedures.
• Initiative in handling varied and complex imaging tasks.
• Ability to apply ultrasound principles to diagnose conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex ultrasound examinations.
• Apply nonionizing ultrasonic waves to assist diagnosis.
• Work independently with appropriate supervision as needed.

Skills

Independent judgement

Initiative

Ingenuity

Ultrasound positioning

Education

CAHEA/JRCT Radiologic Technology

Two-year allied health program

ARDMS registered

Job description

This position will work 12-hour shifts 11a-11p, Week one = Saturday and Sunday. Week two = Wednesday and Thursday. Additional hours and shifts (day, eve, nights) as needed.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Sonographer Staff performs a variety of routine, complex and highly technical procedures that require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the application of nonionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves to humans for diagnosis of disease.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent, graduate of an approved CAHEA/JRCT school of Radiologic Technology, or a two year allied health equivalent. Two years of continuous ultasound training in a clinical setting.ARDMS Registered a must.

EXPERIENCE:

Twenty four (24) full months of clinical experience in Diagnostic Ultrasound required.