Ultrasonographer FSEDs Part-time 11a-11p every 4th Weekend

OhioHealth • Hohenwald, TN

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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. He/She reviews and discusses the ultrasound findings with the radiologist and a diagnosis is made.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certification
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 yrs ultrasound training from an accredited training program.
• 1-2 yrs previous ultrasound experience (clinical training acceptable).

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, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees