Sonographer, part time

OhioHealth • Mount Gilead, OH

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This position independently performs requested ultrasound examinations, searching for any possible pathology as indicated by the patient's symptoms/medical history and/or results from previous testing. The position reviews and discusses the ultrasound findings with the radiologist and a diagnosis is made.

Requirements

• High School or GED (Required)
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• 1-2 yrs ultrasound training from an accredited training program.
• Must have passed the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Must have passed the abdominal or OB/GYN and physics/instrumentation.
• 1-2 yrs previous ultrasound experience (clinical training acceptable).
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs various ultrasound examinations. Subjectively interprets information based on judgmental decisions by Ultrasonographers, requiring in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathology.
• Maintains complete knowledge of wave form physics, i.e., , time gain compensation curves, attenuation factors, etc. , required to set equipment variable properly for appropriate imaging of specific anatomy.
• Assists Radiologists with performance of invasive procedures.
• Independently evaluates normal vs. abnormal test results in correlation with patient history, previous examinations, lab results, etc.
• Independently gives preliminary ultrasound results to attending physicians, surgeons, residents, etc. regarding any vascular ultrasound procedures as determined by site accreditation.
• Teaches/educates imaging students, medical students and residents in basic scanning methods and instrumentation of ultrasound.
• Maintains equipment and stocks supplies.
• Performs quality control procedures and maintains documentation.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees