Ultrasonographer - Acute

Berger Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diverse ultrasound examinations and review findings with radiologists. The role includes evaluating results in context of history, and communicating preliminary results to physicians.

Responsibilities include assisting radiologists with procedures, educating students, and maintaining equipment with emphasis on safety and quality within a high reliability environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field.
• ARDMS certification required.
• 1-2 yrs ultrasound training or experience.
• Must have passed abdominal or OB/GYN and physics/instrumentation.
• 1-2 yrs ultrasound experience (clinical training acceptable).
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound examinations and interprets findings.
• Assists Radiologists with invasive procedures.
• Evaluates normal vs. abnormal results with patient history.
• Provides preliminary ultrasound results to physicians.
• Teaches imaging students and residents.
• Maintains equipment and performs quality control.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Anatomy & physiology

Quality control

Interpreting ultrasound results

Education

Associate's Degree (Required)

ARDMS Certification

RDMS Certification

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

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. The position 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:

• Associate's Degree (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).
• Must have passed the abdominal or OB/GYN and physics/instrumentation.
• 1-2 yrs previous ultrasound experience (clinical training acceptable).
• BLS Certification.

Work Shift:

Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 0.24 Department Emergency Department

Join us!

… if your passion is to work in a caring environment … if you believe that learning is a life-long process … if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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

WE Are Inspired to Do Our Best.

OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. For professionals, we are a place where people committed to doing their best are given the tools and resources to accomplish our mission every single day. OhioHealth is recognized as a Great Place to Work CertifiedTM organization. The Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. This recognition is one measure of our success in achieving a part of our vision ̶ to be an organization "where people want to work."