JOB SUMMARY
Seeking a skilled and motivated Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer to join our Radiology department. This position will involve performing a variety of ultrasound examinations to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Key Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to established protocols and physician's orders.
- Operate ultrasound equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images of various body parts, including breast, vascular, OB-GYN, and general ultrasound.
- Recognize and differentiate normal from abnormal findings and document observations.
- Perform interventional procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, fine-needle aspirations (FNA), core biopsies, abscess drainages, and thrombin injections.
- Assist physicians with procedures in the Operating Room (OR) and other settings.
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records in the EMR system.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and report any malfunctions.
- Collaborate with physicians, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Adhere to all departmental policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
- Provide compassionate and patient-centered care.

Schedule / Shift
Monday to Thursday

Unit / Specialty
Ultrasound

Patient Population
Pedi to Geriatric

Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience in ultrasound with exposure to a wide array of ultrasound types.
- Clinical experience in a hospital or acute care setting.
- Experience with general, vascular, and OB-GYN sonography.
- Experience in the OR and with ultrasound procedures is preferred.

Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of anatomy and pathology with the ability to recognize normal from abnormal findings.
- Basic scanning skills with a good understanding of sonographic physics and techniques.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures and technologies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adhere to department policies and protocols.

Certifications
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)
- NH MIRT Licensure (Massachusetts and New Hampshire general radiology license)

EMR / Systems
- EMR: Allscripts
- PACS: InteleRad

Skills
- Proficient in general abdominal, vascular, and OB-GYN ultrasound.
- Experience with interventional ultrasound procedures.
- Skill in performing procedures in an OR setting.
- Ability to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

Floating / On-Call
- Opportunities for extra shifts within the department.
- Potential opportunities in Breast Ultrasound at BCC.
- No regular on-call duties, but a call tree may be implemented for critical staffing needs for permanent full-time staff.