Ultrasound Technologist - Maternal Fetal Medicine

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, 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.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
• 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