Sonographer (Full Time)
St. James Hospital·Hornell, New York
St. James Hospital·Hornell, New York
Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations and assists physicians with invasive procedures such as needle biopsies and amniocentesis. Responsible for maintaining patient records, coordinating schedules, and supervising student technologists.
This job description is a summary of the job duties and requirements that represent the general nature and level of work being performed.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All employees are expected to understand and adhere to the Standards/Code of Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Plan as well as ensure all educational requirements related to Corporate Compliance are implemented and adhered to as required by the CCP Education Plan, in addition to compliance with organizational policies and procedures, regulatory expectations, quality, and department standards, etc.
Education & Experience Formal training in diagnostic Ultrasound techniques is required. Previous training in Radiological Sciences is helpful for anatomy and physiology, understanding of many disease processes, what could be found in each, along with typical sizes of structures. Ultrasound experience in a hospital setting is preferred. License and/or Certifications Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or eligible. Must have passed the RDMS physics exam (verified on www.ardms.org). Skills Must be detailed oriented and be passionate about customer service. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to operate data entry keyboard. Excellent math, organizational, verbal communication skills. Experience with multiple systems, including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Monographic and Medical Terminology preferred Physical Demands Must be able to transverse, remain in a stationary position, operate equipment, ascend and descend stairs, position patients, move up to 50 lbs., and use many kinds of equipment in the department and throughout the hospital. Language Ability Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific/trade/technical journals. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to accurately exchange information verbally with hospital personnel and patients Math Ability Basic math skills and competency in creating figures such as proportions, percentages, rates, and/or ratios. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Working Conditions Electrical energy and ionizing radiation may be present; PPE is provided.
Market context
In New York, full-time sonographer openings are often driven by ongoing imaging demand in hospitals and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with strong ultrasound training and RDMS certification or eligibility. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer hospital-based experience and a radiological sciences background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your physics exam status and highlight any hospital imaging experience in your application.
