Ultrasonographer

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Retention bonus

Job summary

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, part of Dartmouth Health, seeks a Sonographer to join a collaborative imaging team. You will perform diverse ultrasound exams including high-risk OB, gynecologic imaging, and infertility workups using GE and Philips systems.

We offer a $20,000 sign-on/retention bonus for external hires, and a supportive leadership team focused on ongoing professional development and growth. Full-time, day shift with potential weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved allied health program or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience with general and specialty ultrasound exams preferred.
• Experience in high-risk OB, advanced abdominal imaging, and infertility workups preferred.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related physiology.

Responsibilities

• Selects equipment, imaging modality, patient position and prep for optimal studies.
• Operates ultrasonography equipment to perform examinations and assess quality.
• Records preliminary results and prepares reports using standard systems.
• Takes measurements and communicates findings to physicians.
• Consults with radiologists on unusual scans and re-scans as needed.
• Performs transducer cleaning and maintains logs; reports discrepancies.
• Contributes to interventional (biopsy) procedures as required.
• Updates billing fields to reflect the exam performed.
• Mentors students and residents in unit operations.
• Maintains equipment and ensures QC procedures and lab orderliness.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient prep

Interventional procedures

Education

Graduate of accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

RDMS/OBGYN or RDMS/Abdomen certification within 730 days

Tools

Ultrasound reporting systems

Job description

Overview

Sign-On/Retention incentives: up to $20,000*

At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC), our Sonographers are part of a highly collaborative team, working alongside Radiology professionals, Obstetricians, Gynecologists, and Urologists in one of the most technologically advanced imaging environments in the country. This is a unique opportunity to practice at the forefront of ultrasound, supporting a wide range of specialized clinical needs.

In this role, you’ll perform a diverse mix of advanced ultrasound exams and procedures that require strong technical expertise and the ability to navigate complex cases from specialized clinics. Our Sonographers practice at the top of their license, performing sophisticated studies including high-risk obstetrics, gynecologic imaging, infertility workups, and general ultrasound—all on the latest GE and Philips systems.

What truly sets our team apart is our culture. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where collaboration, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care are at the center of everything we do. Our leadership team is deeply committed to your growth, offering ongoing professional development and opportunities to expand your skill set.

We welcome candidates who are graduates of an AMA-approved allied health program, BCLS-certified, and ARDMS-certified. While OB experience is preferred, we are excited to train the right candidate who is eager to build expertise in high-risk obstetrics and advance their imaging career.

We are offering a $20,000 sign-on/retention bonus for this position. *External hires only, and certain conditions apply.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week day-shift position. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Responsibilities

1. Selects equipment and imaging modalities, position, and prep to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.
2. Operates ultrasonography equipment to perform an examination. Evaluates the accuracy and quality of scan results. Reviews patient record for prior findings/test results to aid in determining exam completeness.
3. Selects and records preliminary study results. Prepares preliminary reports using the department-specific structured reporting system.
4. Takes measurements and labels them.
5. Gathers and communicates ultrasound findings to the physician for interpretation.
6. Consults with the radiologist about unusual scans and the need for re-scanning.
7. Performs transducer decontamination and maintains log entries, reporting any discrepancies to the Education Coordinator.
8. Performs duties associated with interventional (biopsy) procedures.
9. Modifies billing fields to reflect the exam being performed.
10. Instructs and oversees students, residents, and physician staff in the unit's operations.
11. Maintains Ultrasonography equipment. Recognizes malfunctions and/or need for servicing. Ensures quality control procedures are maintained and maintains orderliness of the ultrasound laboratory.
12. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited program for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and registry eligible required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience performing a wide range of general and specialty ultrasound exams preferred.
• Experience in high-risk OB, advanced abdominal imaging, complex infertility, and guided biopsies preferred.
• Possesses a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, pathology and/or physiological data.
• Competent in Ultrasound reporting systems.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Radiographer NH OR Radiation Therapist NH OR Medical Imaging/Rad Ther - NH OR Sonographer NH- BLS required at hire.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (RDMS - AB) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology (RDMS-OBGYN) within 730 days

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• Pay Range: $37.40/Hr. - $59.84/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week