ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN II - PART TIME WEEKEND PACKAGE

Pellahealth; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a part-time Ultrasound Technician, where you will utilize your skills to provide essential diagnostic services. This role emphasizes maintaining high standards of patient care and ethical practices while working in a collaborative environment. You'll be responsible for operating ultrasound equipment, managing patient schedules, and ensuring quality assessments in the sonographic laboratory. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to continue your education in the field, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace a fulfilling role that makes a difference in the lives of patients every weekend!

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate skills in Ultrasound and have previous hospital experience.
• Current AHA BLS certification required within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related procedures.
• Maintain daily operations of the sonographic laboratory and equipment.

Skills

Ultrasound Skills

Empathetic Listening

Verbal Communication

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Computer Knowledge

Education

Ultrasound Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN II - PART TIME WEEKEND PACKAGE

Job Category: Healthcare Support

Requisition Number: ULTRA001486

Posted: December 30, 2024

Schedule: Part-time Saturday and Sunday 8:00a-4:00p. (Weekend Package)

JOB SUMMARY:

A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency and has completed the appropriate Ultrasound certification which is the standard of practice in ultrasound. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report or equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of field, diseases and new procedures as they evolve.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must demonstrate skills in Ultrasound.
• Previous hospital experience required.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.
• When covering US call, must be able to respond to the facility within 60 minutes of the call.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others.
• Ability to communicate well verbally. Must work effectively as a member of a team.
• Strong computer knowledge.
• Technical skills associated with duties listed within this job description.
• Willingness to complete further education or certification as required by the department.