Ultrasound Tech

Owensboro Health • Leitchfield, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures. Performs routine and complex studies and assists physician in a variety of imaging procedures. Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations. Evaluates, synthesizes, and communicates diagnostic information to the attending physician or radiologist. Communicates effectively with the patient and health care team and provide education regarding the procedure and equipment to ensure patient understanding.

Requirements

• Requires in-depth skills and knowledge of the specialized concepts, practices, and procedures in the area of specialization.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of the specialization as well as business needs to recommend appropriate action.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No experience required
• Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire
• Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying, unless otherwise specified.
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required upon hire OR RT(S) - Registered Radiological Technologist in Sonography required upon hire
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Responsibilities

• Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
• Performs routine and complex studies and assists physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
• Evaluates, synthesizes, and communicates diagnostic information to the attending physician or radiologist.
• Communicates effectively with the patient and health care team and provide education regarding the procedure and equipment to ensure patient understanding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees