Multispecialty Diagnostic Sonographer

Quick Facts

• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week, nights (Sunday–Thursday, 10:30 PM–7:00 AM)

• Rotation: On-call and holiday rotation required

Description

Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations across multiple specialties, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK, producing high-quality images and supporting accurate diagnosis. Review imaging requests and patient history, operate equipment, educate patients, document procedures, and transmit completed studies to PACS. Ensure timely communication of pertinent findings to radiologists and ordering providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams (abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, MSK) per standards of practice

• Review orders and patient history to determine appropriate protocols

• Operate ultrasound equipment to minimize patient exposure and ensure image quality

• Educate patients before, during, and after procedures

• Assess and provide patient care throughout the procedure

• Observe, evaluate, and communicate clinical findings to radiologists/ordering providers

• Prepare exam rooms, including procedure-specific sterile tray setup and supplies

• Assist with patient positioning, lifting, and transport as needed

• Document exams manually and/or electronically for records, tracking, and billing

• Transmit completed studies to PACS using correct accession numbers

• Prepare preliminary findings/reports and route to interpreting physicians

• Perform vascular studies (e.g., lower extremity venous duplex) per vascular lab protocols

• Promptly communicate acute/critical findings and document notifications per policy

• Manage daily worklists and prioritize by clinical urgency

• Maintain supply inventory, keeping areas clean and organized

• Report equipment malfunctions/performance issues

• Support quality improvement through data collection and process improvement

• Collaborate to facilitate continuity of care

• Maintain productivity, image quality, and customer service standards

• Maintain certifications through continuing education

• Provide clinical instruction/supervision to students as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic sonography program or current, active ARDMS certification applicable to the clinical area at hire

• Certified in two ARDMS areas

• Additional ARDMS certification obtained within one year of hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being

• Eligibility depends on employment classification; refer to the benefits information page for details

• Sign-on bonus: eligibility rules apply if included in the posting