Ultrasound Tech (Full Time)- Sign-On Bonus Available

North Country Healthcare; Colebrook (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commencement bonus of $10,000

Travel reimbursement for designated locations

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Colebrook, New Hampshire, is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technician. This role involves operating Ultrasound equipment for diagnostic imaging, requiring independent judgment and technical skills. The ideal candidate should be a graduate from an accredited Ultrasound program with necessary certifications, including RDMS or ARDMS and BLS. A minimum of one year of experience is required, alongside strong interpersonal skills. A competitive commencement bonus and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program.
• Requires RDMS or ARDMS certification and BLS Certification.
• One year of previous experience in Ultrasound is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate highly technical Ultrasound equipment for diagnostic imaging.
• Assume responsibility for specific areas or procedures.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with patients and healthcare staff.

Skills

Independent judgment

Technical procedures

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an approved/accredited School of Ultrasound

RDMS or ARDMS certification

BLS Certification

Tools

CR

PACS

Job description

Overview

This position is eligible for a commencement bonus of $10,000.00, with 50% payable at or around the hire date and the remaining 50% payable after six (6) months of continuous employment.

Job Summary

Under general supervision and following established procedures, operates highly technical Ultrasound equipment which produces high-frequency sound to acquire images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed high-frequency sound for diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Works effectively with patients and the patient\'s families and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel.

Essential Qualifications

Graduate of an approved/accredited School of Ultrasound. Must be RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Sonographer) and have BLS Certification. One year of previous experience is required. Working knowledge of CR and PACS is preferred.

About UCVH

Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (UCVH), an affiliate of North Country Healthcare, is a 16-bed critical access hospital serving 20 communities and 8,500 people in its service area which includes communities in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. UCVH provides over 4,000 emergency department visits, 325 outpatient surgeries, 300 inpatient admissions, 7,000 imaging studies, and 140,000 laboratory tests annually. UCVH offers a broad array of services including a 24/7 fully staffed emergency department, outpatient surgical care, cardiac rehabilitation, inpatient care, ambulatory care, x-ray, MRI, CT scans, mammography, outpatient rehabilitation, laboratory services, and more.

About North Country Healthcare (NHC)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.

Please Note: All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.

Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.