Ultrasonographer

OhioHealth • La Grange, GA

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About The Position

The Ultrasonographer independently performs requested ultrasound examinations and searches for possible pathology based on patient symptoms, medical history, and prior test results. The position requires in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and ultrasound wave physics to produce appropriate images. The Ultrasonographer evaluates findings and discusses them with radiologists, who make a diagnosis. The role also supports invasive procedures, communicates preliminary vascular ultrasound results as permitted by site accreditation, teaches students and residents, and maintains equipment, supplies, quality control procedures, and related documentation.

This role is part of a High Reliability Organization, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. The job profile is an overview of responsibilities and may change; it is not an exhaustive list.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• ARDMS certification; must have passed the ARDMS examination in abdominal or OB/GYN and physics/instrumentation.
• BLS certification.
• One to two years of ultrasound training from an accredited training program.
• One to two years of previous ultrasound experience; clinical training is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform various ultrasound examinations and subjectively interpret information using in-depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and ultrasound wave physics.
• Set equipment variables appropriately to image specific anatomy.
• Assist radiologists with invasive procedures.
• Evaluate normal and abnormal test results in correlation with patient history, previous examinations, and laboratory results.
• Provide preliminary results for vascular ultrasound procedures to attending physicians, surgeons, residents, and others, as determined by site accreditation.
• Teach imaging students, medical students, and residents basic scanning methods and ultrasound instrumentation.
• Maintain equipment, stock supplies, perform quality control procedures, and maintain documentation.
• Focus on safety, quality, and efficiency while performing job duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED