Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist

Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA 52353

Overview

Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage: None Category: Health Care

Description

Are you looking for part-time employment? Or maybe you prefer full-time? This position offers a variety of shift options: three days a week, four days a week, four 10-hour days, or five 8-hour days. We're happy to discuss the variety of options available with you!

This is a Monday–Friday role with no on-call, holiday, or weekend requirements.

***Up to $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS***

SUMMARY

The Ultrasound Technologist shall perform general, abdominal/OB-Gyn, and vascular.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to be successful.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Perform high quality general ultrasound including abdomen and OB/GYN and vascular studies in accordance with all policies and procedures.
• Competently set up and assist radiologist and pathologist during procedures.
• Working with the EMR's to generate and complete exam orders.
• Perform, record, and analyze QC data in order to make judgments concerning the results and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, and monitoring temperatures in accordance with regulatory agencies and hospital policies.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from an accredited school of ultrasound
• RVT registrations, preferred or obtain after hire
• RDMS(AB,OB-GYN), preferred or obtain after hire
• BLS required, or obtain within 6 months of hire

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain safe and effective patient care
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with prevalent professional demeanor
• Ability to use active listening skills to interpret the needs of the patient.
• Ability to mentor, train, motivate, direct and empower team
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
• Ability to work independently
• Flexibility in schedule. Willing to adjust hours, as needed. Willing to cover other shifts
• Highly motivated
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment. Able to triage situations to complete tasks
• Effective time management
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgement
• Team player/professional attitude
• Demonstrates ability to learn and apply new approaches
• Maintain professional technical knowledge