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About This Job

You play a vital role in our healthcare team by delivering exceptional patient care through advanced medical imaging. You provide accurate diagnostic data that helps physicians determine the best treatment paths for patients. Your daily work directly supports our mission to offer safe, high-quality, and compassionate healthcare services to our community.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound and sonography procedures according to established medical protocols.
• Conducts specialized exams, including abdominal ultrasound, echocardiography, obstetric & gynecological ultrasound, and vascular sonography.
• Prepares patients for exams by explaining procedures, answering questions, and ensuring comfort and safety throughout the visit.
• Operates imaging equipment, adjusts technical parameters, and ensures optimal image quality for accurate diagnoses.
• Manages image archives and patient records efficiently using PACS technology.
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare staff to review scan results and coordinate urgent patient care needs.
• Makes independent decisions regarding technical image quality and patient adjustments during complex imaging sessions.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field.
• Maintains current ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) certification in good standing.
• Holds active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Experience

• Brings at least one year of clinical experience performing general and vascular sonography in a hospital or outpatient setting.
• Demonstrates hands-on proficiency with modern PACS environments and diagnostic imaging equipment.

Knowledge/Skills

• Possesses deep knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Communicates effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds to reduce anxiety and gain cooperation.
• Manages time efficiently to handle high patient volumes while maintaining strict accuracy standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds multiple ARDMS specialty credentials, such as Vascular Technology (VT) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS).
• Brings two or more years of acute care hospital experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands, walks, and assists patients for extended periods during shifts.
• Lifts, moves, and positions patients safely using proper body mechanics.
• Reaches, bends, and operates heavy imaging equipment regularly.
• Works in a clinical environment with potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids while using standard safety gear.