Ultrasound Sonographer (Part-Time & Per Diem Positions Available)

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

At Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS), team members share a commitment to excellence, innovation, and exceptional patient care. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer works alongside clinicians and uses advanced imaging technology to support accurate diagnoses and patient outcomes.

Under the supervision of the Ultrasound Manager and/or Chief Technologist, the sonographer performs a wide variety of technical and professional duties using complex imaging equipment to produce high-quality ultrasound images for radiologist interpretation. Work must comply with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and service excellence standards. To meet staffing needs, Diagnostic Radiology staff may be assigned to any YNHHS Diagnostic Radiology location, regardless of primary work assignment.

Part-time positions are available at 24 or 32 hours per week, as well as per diem positions. Day, evening, and night shifts are available. A $24,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualifying part-time positions only; per diem positions are not eligible. Benefits begin on day one and include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings opportunities, professional development and continuing education support, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education pathways: an associate's degree and graduation from an accredited CAAHEP School of Diagnostic Sonography; an associate's degree and graduation from an accredited Allied Health program plus 12 months of full-time Diagnostic Medical Sonography instruction; or a bachelor's degree plus 12 months of full-time Diagnostic Medical Sonography instruction.
• Demonstrate technical skills consistent with entry-level standards of routine sonography practice.
• Hold ARDMS certification including Abdomen (AB) certification within six months of hire; alternatively, ARRT Sonography certification is accepted upon hire, with RDMS Abdomen (AB) certification required within six months of hire.
• Obtain Vascular certification within twelve months of hire.
• Obtain OB/GYN certification within eighteen months of hire.
• Demonstrate proficiency in routine ultrasound imaging techniques.
• Have strong knowledge of PACS and computer applications.
• Have excellent organizational skills.
• Have strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Demonstrate commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.
• Be able to lift and assist with patient transfers.
• Be able to push up to 40 pounds, including portable ultrasound equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality, efficient ultrasound examinations to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Follow established imaging protocols and physician-specific instructions, and produce diagnostic-quality images while minimizing repeat examinations.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
• Accurately identify patients and verify examinations in accordance with departmental policy.
• Educate patients about procedures and address questions or concerns before imaging begins.
• Complete required documentation and record-keeping accurately and efficiently.
• Use RIS/PACS and related applications, including Imagecast, VIP, Synapse, Syngo Dynamics, and Event Reporting.
• Independently perform exam scheduling, exam completion, document scanning, and other system-related tasks.
• Participate in educational opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and technical expertise.
• Assist with mentoring, teaching, and training activities as appropriate.
• Pursue professional growth through certifications, continuing education, seminars, advanced degrees, and professional memberships.
• Follow departmental and organizational safety policies and procedures and operate equipment safely and effectively.
• Use proper body mechanics and patient-lifting devices when appropriate to minimize risk of injury to patients and staff.
• Support patient satisfaction and service excellence goals by introducing yourself and explaining your role, promoting patient- and family-centered care, clearly explaining procedures, addressing comfort concerns, and answering remaining questions after examinations.
• Contribute to achieving departmental Press Ganey patient satisfaction goals.
• Assist with patient transfers and push equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Benefits

• $24,000 sign-on bonus for qualifying part-time positions; per diem positions are not eligible.
• Benefits begin on day one.
• Robust paid time off (PTO) program.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Retirement savings opportunities.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading health system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree