Ultrasound Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Summit Health; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to perform ultrasound scans and provide direct patient care across multiple sites. You will obtain essential patient information, document findings, and communicate with interpreting physicians to ensure accurate diagnoses.

The role requires ARDMS certification, strong computer and interpersonal skills, and willingness to rotate locations as needed to cover departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• ARDMS registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS).
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to rotate to different locations based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Obtains essential information from patients, medical records and previous exams for clinical correlation.
• Performs ultrasound scans and provides direct patient care as needed after proper confirmation of study and patient identification.
• Effectively communicates differentials to interpreting physicians.
• Generates accurate computerized reports for the physicians’ review.
• Upon completion of the ultrasound exam, verifying proper documentation in ultrasound reporting system.
• Assists with all aspects of sterile ultrasound guided procedures as directed by the interpreting MD.
• Prepares the necessary supplies and paperwork to support the physician for sterile procedures.
• Observes and follows safety procedures including universal precautions.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and stays informed about safety and technology changes.
• Operates the equipment to acquire imaging results and reports deficiencies for rectification.
• Assists with back-up coverage for unscheduled PTO call outs.

Skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

Job description

Summit Health is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to perform ultrasound scans and provide direct patient care across multiple sites. You will obtain essential patient information, document findings, and communicate with interpreting physicians to ensure accurate diagnoses.

The role requires ARDMS certification, strong computer and interpersonal skills, and willingness to rotate locations as needed to cover departmental needs.