Ultrasound Technologist-Vascular

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

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About The Position

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. This is a per diem/PRN role in the Ultrasound department at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, with work hours as needed and less than 40 hours per pay period. The position requires specialized sonography knowledge, critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work under minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire, or a diploma, associate's degree, or higher in a related field required upon hire. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• One of the following credential combinations is required upon hire: RDMS and RVS; RDMS and RVT; RT(S) and RVS; or RT(S) and RVT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as a Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.
• In-depth skills and knowledge of specialized concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex studies and assist physicians in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
• Evaluate, synthesize, and communicate diagnostic information to the attending physician or radiologist.
• Communicate effectively with patients and the health care team, and educate patients about procedures and equipment to ensure understanding.
• Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follow organizational policies and procedures; and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree