Breast Ultrasonographer

Jobtome; Columbus (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking an ultrasound technologist to perform comprehensive ultrasound examinations and collaborate with radiologists for diagnostic decisions.

You will interpret findings, assist with invasive procedures, and provide preliminary results to physicians. A strong emphasis is placed on teaching students, equipment maintenance, and rigorous quality control within a team-driven imaging department.

Qualifications

• 1-2 yrs ultrasound training from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Performs various ultrasound examinations and interprets information.
• Assists Radiologists with invasive procedures.
• Evaluates normal vs abnormal results in correlation with history and prior exams.
• Gives preliminary ultrasound results to attending physicians.
• Teaches imaging students and residents in scanning methods.
• Maintains equipment and stocks supplies.
• Performs quality control procedures and emphasizes safety and quality.

Skills

Ultrasound

ARDMS

Breast ultrasound

BLS

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description

Summary:

This position independently performs requested ultrasound examinations, searching for any possible pathology as indicated by the patient's symptoms/medical history and/or results from previous testing. He/She reviews and discusses the ultrasound findings with the radiologist and a diagnosis is made.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• 60% Performs various ultrasound examinations. Subjectively interprets information based on judgmental decisions by Ultrasonographers, requiring in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathology. Maintains complete knowledge of wave form physics, i.E.,, time gain compensation curves, attenuation factors, etc., required to set equipment variable properly for appropriate imaging of specific anatomy.
• Assists Radiologists with performance of invasive procedures.
• 10% Independently evaluates normal vs. abnormal test results in correlation with patient history, previous examinations, lab results, etc.
• 10% Independently gives preliminary ultrasound results to attending physicians, surgeons, residents, etc. regarding any vascular ultrasound procedures as determined by site accreditation.
• 10% Teaches/educates imaging students, medical students and residents in basic scanning methods and instrumentation of ultrasound.
• 10% Maintains equipment and stocks supplies.
• Performs quality control procedures and maintains documentation. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certification - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Additional Job Description: 1-2 yrs ultrasound training from an accredited training program.

Must have passed the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). 1-2 yrs previous ultrasound experience (clinical training acceptable). BLS Certification. Registry in breast ultrasound preferred.

Work Shift:

Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 32 Department Imaging Rivrside Brst Hlth Amb

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations.

OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment