PRN Ultrasound Technologist

The University of Kansas Health System; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist at Great Bend Hospital. The role performs diagnostic ultrasound exams, communicates findings to radiologists, and ensures patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.

You will operate high-frequency imaging equipment, adhere to QC procedures, and assist in teaching sonography students and residents as needed. ARDMS certification is preferred, and BLS is required within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology.
• High School Graduate.
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program meeting ARDMS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic sonography examinations and documents findings for radiologist review.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort, explains exams, and answers questions.
• Operates imaging equipment safely and coordinates exams to minimize patient stay.
• Performs QC and reports equipment issues to supervisor.
• Provides instruction to students and coordinates with staff as needed.

Education

Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology

High School Graduate

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program meeting ARDMS requirements

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves (diagnostic ultrasound) along with color and spectral Doppler ultrasound to assist in the diagnosis of a variety of conditions and diseases. The sonographer is responsible for producing dynamic and static visual images of internal structures, analyses of hemodynamics of vasculature and communicating findings to the interpreting radiologist.

Position Title

PRN Ultrasound Technologist

Great Bend Hospital

Responsibilities And Essential Job Functions

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, using cognitive sonographic skills to identify, document, and adapt examinations as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images and to use independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and communicates findings to the interpreting radiologist.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients. Introduces self to patient, properly identifies patient utilizing two identifiers, explains the sonographic examination being performed and answers any patient questions; assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of the patient while they are in the sonographer’s care; notifies appropriate personnel if assistance is needed.
• Selects and operates a wide variety of imaging equipment in an efficient and safe manner, coordinates examinations in the most efficient order and perform exams in a sequence which minimizes the patient’s stay in the hospital.
• Maintains working order of the equipment and completes daily and weekly QC as required; reports equipment malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Interacts with physicians and other technical staff to provide quality, safe and efficient care for the patient.
• Maintains cleanliness and supply par levels of all rotational areas, empties laundry, follows eye wash station protocol and policy, and utilizes high level disinfection (HLD) according to health system policy directed by Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization policy. - Provides instruction to sonography technical students, medical students and residents regarding sonography exams and equipment when appropriate; coordinates with ancillary personnel as needed.
• Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by the supervisor."
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education And Experience

• Certificate of Completion in Radiologic Technology
• High School Graduate
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program which meets requirements by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (A.R.D.M.S.)

Preferred Education And Experience

• 1 or more years as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/ Vascular Technologist with the RDMS and RVT credentials

Required Licensure And Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR a candidate for examination with A.R.D.M.S. for specialty examinations listed below:
• (AB) or
• (OB/GYN) and (VT) to be completed within 90 Days
• The employee has an additional three months (six months from date in position) to complete the second credential listed above in order to remain employed by the University of Kansas Health System as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

Preferred Licensure And Certification

• Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) plus one or more additional modality registries

Time Type

Part time

Job Requisition ID

R-57237

Important Information For You To Know As You Apply

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].
• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.