Ultrasonographer - Mansfield OBGYN

OhioHealth • Shelby, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

OhioHealth Mansfield OBGYN is hiring an Ultrasonographer to work one day per week, two days on occasion (Monday and Friday), with flexibility to cover when other technologists are off. Candidate must be willing to travel to the other office locations in Lexington and Shelby.

The Ultrasonographer 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)
• ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certification - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for 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