Ultrasonographer - Full Time

Monadnock Community Hospital•Peterborough, NH

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Monadnock Community Hospital is hiring a full-time Ultrasonographer to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and support compassionate, high-quality patient care. The role works closely with physicians and colleagues to provide accurate diagnostic imaging for the community. Responsibilities include abdominal, small-parts, and OB/GYN ultrasound examinations, as well as ultrasound guidance for invasive procedures. The Ultrasonographer reviews orders and patient histories, explains examinations to patients and families, evaluates images and records measurements and preliminary findings for physician interpretation, and contributes technical observations during physician reviews when possible. The role also includes equipment and area safety checks, quality-control monitoring, accurate documentation and charge entry, emergency response, supply maintenance, and adherence to safety and infection-prevention practices. The position is based at a critical access community hospital in Peterborough, New Hampshire. MCH describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, with a focus on Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect.

Requirements

Post-high-school vocational or specialized training in diagnostic medical sonography.
BLS certification required.
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology; 2-D, M-mode, pulsed-wave Doppler, and color-flow ultrasound; quality testing and equipment safety; strong communication, organization, and prioritization. The posting notes these competencies may be acquired through on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

Previous ultrasound experience preferred.
ARDMS registration or registry eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders and relevant patient history, confirm examination requirements, and consult with physicians as needed.
Confirm patient identification, explain examinations to patients and families, and check understanding before proceeding.
Perform abdominal, small-parts, and OB/GYN ultrasound examinations and provide ultrasound guidance for invasive procedures.
Evaluate images for technique, identification, and completeness; record measurements, calculations, and preliminary findings for physician interpretation.
Participate in physician review of examinations when possible and provide technical observations.
Inspect equipment and examination areas for safety, monitor quality-control results, and report concerns.
Complete examination documentation and enter charges accurately.
Recognize emergencies, assist patients and the healthcare team, maintain supplies, and follow applicable safety and infection-prevention practices.
Uphold MCH’s values of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect.
Perform other duties as assigned.