PRN Ultrasound Technologist - Diagnostic Sonography

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Ultrasound department, Owensboro, KY, is seeking a per diem/PRN Diagnostic Sonographer. The role involves performing sonography per scope and standards of practice, with duties across routine and complex imaging procedures.

Education includes an Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field, with RDMS or RT(S) licensure required upon hire and BLS within 90 days. Per diem status implies flexible scheduling and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in science or related field required upon hire.
• RDMS or RT(S) licensure required upon hire and BLS certification within 90 days.
• Experience in ultrasound is not required; training provided.

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

Transducer operation

Patient care

Quality control

Stress management

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field

RDMS or RT(S) licensure upon hire

BLS certification within 90 days of employment

Job description

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Ultrasound department, Owensboro, KY, is seeking a per diem/PRN Diagnostic Sonographer. The role involves performing sonography per scope and standards of practice, with duties across routine and complex imaging procedures.

Education includes an Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field, with RDMS or RT(S) licensure required upon hire and BLS within 90 days. Per diem status implies flexible scheduling and adherence to safety standards.