Sonographer

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

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Job Description

This role involves operating diagnostic ultrasound equipment to assess a wide range of OB/GYN conditions with a focus on high-risk pregnancies.  Position requires experience in obstetrical sonography with a strong understanding of complex conditions and the ability to work independently.  Key responsibilities include but are not limited to performing a variety of ultrasound examinations, evaluating the patient’s ability to tolerate procedures, communicating diagnostic results with other team members, providing ultrasound guidance for procedures, documenting diagnostic and patient data within the medical record, and providing assistance with appropriate billing practices.  Will participate in continuing education opportunities to enhance and improve technical skills of self and others.

Education

Associates degree in sonography from an accredited school required.

Bachelors degree preferred. 

Degree training completed at a hospital, vocational-technical institute, or military service.

Experience

Minimum of one or more years of experience and/or training with experienced sonographer preferred.

Certifications & Licensures

Current certification with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ADRMS) required. 

Certification and ongoing education for high-risk obstetrical scans as appropriate required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certification required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology for accurate medical diagnosis as associated with ultrasound.

Competence in performing ultrasound procedures and services.

Ability to effectively operate all equipment utilized within the scope of a sonographer.

Accountability and attention to detail in the performance of duties.

Friendly and professional demeanor.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.