Job Title: Ultrasound Sonographer
Location: Cooperstown, NY 13326
Duration: 13-Week Contract (Extendable)
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Pay Rate: $70/hour
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma (HSD) required
Certification Required:
ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
Position Summary:
We are currently seeking an experienced Ultrasound Sonographer to join a dynamic healthcare team for a 13-week contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a range of diagnostic ultrasound procedures and ensuring the highest quality of patient care and imaging.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and verify patient identity for ultrasound exams, review health history, and assess patient condition and cooperation.
Ensure ultrasound exams align with patient clinical history; notify supervising physician of any contraindications.
Operate, adjust, and maintain ultrasound equipment, performing minor maintenance and reporting issues as necessary.
Clearly communicate with patients, their representatives, and medical staff; provide exam explanations and respond to general questions.
Develop and modify procedure plans based on patient age, gender, and medical history; use clinical judgment to ensure optimal imaging.
Perform diagnostic exams under physician supervision and adjust scanning techniques as needed for image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
Conduct detailed sonographic analysis to support diagnosis and patient care planning; perform measurements according to protocol.
Minimize acoustic exposure without compromising image quality.
Notify healthcare providers of urgent medical issues; assess patient condition before discharge from the ultrasound area.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in diagnostic medical sonography
Strong technical and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment