Ultrasound Technician

5 Star Recruitment; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Kentucky is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technologist to provide quality ultrasound studies for diagnosis. The role requires a graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a minimum of 1-year experience, along with necessary certifications. Responsibilities include performing examinations, maintaining equipment, and providing age-appropriate care. The ideal candidate will have strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology Required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT should have one year of DMS experience (preferred only).
• ARRT should have one year of DMS experience (preferred).
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician.
• Maintain appropriate supplies and a clean work area.
• Notify supervisor of needed items.
• Notify supervisor of needed items.
• Maintain equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity.
• Provide age-appropriate care to all patients.
• Act as a physician/staff consultant and educational resource for appropriateness and accuracy of scans.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

Accredited DMS program OR ARRT OR DMS Certification

Job description

Provides quality ultrasound studies to include abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvis, breast, and testicular small parts for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness. Maintains appropriate files, supplies and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology Required
• Graduate from an accredited DMS program OR ARRT OR DMS Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT should have one year of DMS experience (preferred only).
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician delivery of care and services
• Maintains appropriate supplies and a clean and orderly work area.
• Notifies supervisor of needed items
• Maintains equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity
• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients
• Acts as a physician/staff consultant and educational resource for appropriateness and accuracy of scans

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

US Citizen / Green Card holder

Must-Haves

Minimum of 1 year of experience with 3 years preferred
Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology Required
Graduate from an accredited DMS program OR ARRT OR DMS Certification