Ultrasound Technologist, PRN

Amberwell Health Hiawatha; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Amberwell Health Hiawatha is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to image anatomy using ultrasound equipment, prepare exam rooms, and assist radiologists with procedures and biopsies. You will monitor, document, and communicate findings while maintaining equipment and patient flow in a busy clinic setting.

Qualified candidates typically have ARDMS/ARDMS registry credentials, BLS, and licensure where required, with experience or progression toward RDMS/RDCS specialties.

Qualifications

• AR DMS program and/or ARRT ultrasound training are required or preferred.
• Active licensure as RT with KSBHA if applicable.
• BLS certification is required.
• RDMS/RVT/RDCS credentials are expected or pursued within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and operate ultrasound equipment for imaging.
• Acquire and document images/videos of anatomy and potential abnormalities.
• Notify radiology staff of concerning findings promptly and discretely.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure sterile, organized environment.
• Assist radiologists with ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot sonography equipment; manage multiple patients in a fast-paced setting.

Education

ARDMS ultrasound program

ARRT Ultrasound program

ARDMS standards for registry

Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree (AS/BS)

KSBHA license (if RT licensed)

BLS certification

RDMS Abdomen

RDMS OB/Gyn

RVT registry

RDCS registry (beneficial)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:An Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions. Ultrasound technologist duties include calibrating and manipulating ultrasound equipment, taking images or videos of potential abnormalities, and discreetly notifying medical personnel if they identify anything concerning. Other responsibilities of the ultrasound technologist include preparing the exam room for examinations, assisting radiologists with ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies, and maintaining sonography equipment. An ultrasound technologist must be able to manage multiple patients and competing priorities, adapt quickly to a fast-paced clinical setting, and collaborate effectively with the care team while operating with minimal supervision.ABOUT AMBERWELL HEALTH:Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services.AMBERWELL CULTURE:Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with “wow” experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected.At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities.To learn more about Amberwell Health, our affiliated organizations, and available career opportunities, visit careers.amberwellhealth.org.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Experience:Minimum Required Experience: Minimum 1 year experience as either a student enrolled in accredited ARDMS program or as a registered staff technologist.Preferred Experience: 2+ year experienceEducation:Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of ARDMS or ARRT Ultrasound program or meet equivalent ARDMS standards for registry requirements.Preferred Education: Associates or Bachelors in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.Licenses:Minimum Required Licenses: KSBHA license if RT licensed.Preferred Licenses: N/ACertifications:Minimum Required: BLSRDMS in Abdomen, OB/GYN, or RVT are required. RDCS is beneficial. If certification is not obtained before hire, then completion is as follows:1) completion of minimum RVT registry within six (6) months of hire2) Completion of 2nd registry (RDMS Abdomen or RDMS OB/Gyn) within twelve (12) months of employment.3) completion of the third registry (RDMS Abdomen or RDMS OB/Gyn) within twenty-four (24) months of employment