Ultrasound Tech Non-Reg - Ultrasound

Kettering Health•Kettering, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ultrasound sonographer will be capable of quality imaging by applying proper equipment settings and transducer selections on fixed or portable equipment. They may specialize in gynecological, abdominal, vascular, and other imaging. They must be knowledgeable and skilled in technical selection and positional orientation and produce high-quality images. Sonographers use these images to discriminate between healthy and diseased areas. They are responsible for bringing the physician's attention to any suspected abnormalities. They consult the radiologist/resident as needed but must be capable of independent judgment. They gather additional information related to patient history and analyze and summarize their image findings for the radiologist/resident. They participate in interventional ultrasound procedures, assisting the radiologist/resident as needed. Additionally, they are responsible for cleaning and maintaining their equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum requirement of high school diploma
Must be a senior-level student in an accredited Ultrasound program
1-year previous experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Non-registered techs (113410) must obtain 1 ARDMS registry within 12 months after graduation.
Upon graduation from accredited Ultrasound program, the employee must sign Addendum A
Once the first registry is obtained by the employee, they will move into job code Ultrasound Tech1 (113481); refer to Addendum A
Additional registries obtained by the employee will advance the employee in job code Ultrasound Tech2 (113482); refer to Addendum A
BLS Required
Basic computer knowledge.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Strength to withstand long hours of imaging and utilize correct body mechanics to reduce the risks of wrist and back injuries.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Sound anatomy and physiology knowledge and be detail oriented.
Comfortable working near radiologists/residents and nurses.

Responsibilities

Apply proper equipment settings and transducer selections on fixed or portable equipment.
Specialize in gynecological, abdominal, vascular, and other imaging.
Discriminate between healthy and diseased areas using images.
Bring physician's attention to any suspected abnormalities.
Consult the radiologist/resident as needed.
Gather additional information related to patient history.
Analyze and summarize image findings for the radiologist/resident.
Participate in interventional ultrasound procedures, assisting the radiologist/resident as needed.
Clean and maintain equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Have basic knowledge of radiation safety.
Demonstrate understanding of the usage of equipment.
Demonstrate proper patient identification.
Demonstrate consistent hand hygiene practices.