Responsibilities
- Properly identifies and prepares patient for the Ultrasound exam.
- Obtains optimal Ultrasound images.
- Utilizes proper equipment pertinent to exam and utilizes Cerner, HIS, RIS, and PACS.
- Assists physicians with biopsies, aspirations, transvaginal exams, OR exams, and other special procedures.
- Maintains adequate records of all Ultrasound exams including appropriate information.
- Maintains and cleans Ultrasound equipment and examination rooms in compliance with universal precautions.
- Completes general, unit, department specifics, and competencies including age specific competencies.
- Maintains required inventory of supplies.
- Coordinates and prioritizes in-house and outpatient requests.
- Responsible for patient's safety, well being, and privacy at all times.
- Maintains accreditation status with ACR standards.
- Instructs Ultrasound students in clinical procedures.
- Responsible for adhering to all radiation protection standards and for donning all radiation protection apparel inclusive of wearing and changing of current monitoring devices.
- Ability to disinfect all probes properly according to manufacturer requirements
- Performs similar and related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Registered in 0-1 certifications by the ARDMS (or equivalent/specialized certification).
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathological processes pertinent to diagnostic Ultrasound.
- Knowledge of Ultrasound techniques, tests, and procedures.
- Operation knowledge of Ultrasound equipment.
- Ability to make technical decisions to obtain the most accurate information of diagnosis.
- Ability to interact and communicate with patients, staff, and hospital personnel.
- Knowledge of blood borne pathogen and universal precautions.
- Ability to lift and pull patients, push stretchers, and able to stand and walk.
- Graduate of accredited program of Diagnostic Sonography approved by the American College of Radiology.
- Certified through the American Society for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) as RDMS (OB or AB), RT(S), RT (VS), RVT, or RVS).
- New Graduates must obtain RDMS certification within one year of hire or within 24 months of their graduation date, whichever is less.
- Must maintain all qualifications from the American College of Radiology accreditation requirements for Ultrasound and/or RT(S) continuing education requirements.
- Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
- Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.
About Us
The UConn Health Community Network is a not-for-profit organization created to extend UConn Health’s mission by partnering with community hospitals and connecting them to its clinical expertise, academic strength, and operational resources.
Today, the network is a thriving community‑based system of care serving more than 280,000 residents across the region. It employs over 2,000 professionals and supports a medical staff of roughly 700 clinicians.
At its core is Waterbury Hospital, a 347‑bed community teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Alongside Connecticut Children’s, the UConn Health Community Network Medical Group, Access Rehab Centers, and its role as a leading partner in the Harold Leever Cancer Center, the network has been shaping the region’s healthcare landscape for more than 130 years.
And Waterbury Hospital is only the beginning — the network is designed for continued growth, deeper partnerships, and broader regional impact.
