Ultrasound Technologist

Job Summary:

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Job 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.

Skills and Attributes:

• 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.

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying, unless otherwise specified.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required upon hire OR

• RT(S) - Registered Radiological Technologist in Sonography required upon hire AND

• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position               

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.  Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. 

• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Sitting: Occasionally

Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently

Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently

Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently

Climbing: Occasionally

Bending/Stooping: Frequently

Kneeling: Occasionally

Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally

Reaching: Frequently

Talking: Frequently

Hearing: Frequently

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently

Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently

Running: Occasionally

Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently

Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:

Risk Level: No-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.