Ultrasound Technologist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare • Hazard, KY

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About The Position

Performs ultrasound imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines. Prepares and transports patients as necessary, prepares imaging equipment and the room, and prepares images for interpretation. Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS and maintains equipment quality control as instructed. Performs a range of ultrasound examinations and procedures, checks images with radiologists, and provides written unofficial examination reports. The role also includes on-call availability as needed, required safety training, adherence to exposure-control plans, and professional, courteous collaboration with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Sonography from an approved program, or an Associate's Degree in Radiology from an approved program.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.
• Registered or registry eligible in Ultrasound; must become registered within 18 months.
• CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Up to 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform abdominal echoes, renal studies, aorta, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, biophysical profile, vascular, testicular, and breast examinations.
• Perform color flow and Doppler studies, renal biopsies, and fluid collections of localized areas.
• Check images with the radiologist and consult with the radiologist regarding scan interpretations and reports.
• Provide written, unofficial reports of examinations.
• Take representative anatomical images, recognize normal and abnormal anatomy, and demonstrate knowledge of pathological processes.
• Mark images for proper definition and explanation.
• Prepare and transport patients as necessary; prepare imaging equipment, the room, and images for interpretation.
• Verify and complete studies in RIS and PACS.
• Maintain equipment quality control as instructed.
• Be available for on-call status as needed and meet hospital on-call requirements.
• Attend required safety training and describe responsibilities related to general, departmental/service, and job-specific safety hazards.
• Follow hospital exposure-control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with dignity and courtesy.
• Promote effective working relationships and collaborate as part of departmental and interdepartmental teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree