• Ultrasound Technologist

    Washington County Hospital and Clinics (Washington, IA)


    Ultrasound Technologist

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    2 Year Degree

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    None

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Job Category

     

    Health Care

    Description

    Shift: 4-days a week, work either 4 10-hour days or 5 8-hour days Monday through Friday

     

    No call, holidays or weekend!

     

    *Up to $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS*

    SUMMARY

    The Ultrasound Technologist shall perform general, abdominal/OB-Gyn, and vascular.

     

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to be successful.

     

    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

     

    + Perform high quality general ultrasound including abdomen and OB/GYN and vascular studies in accordance with all policies and procedures.

    + Competently set up and assist radiologist and pathologist during procedures.

    + Working with the EMR’s to generate and complete exam orders.

    + Perform, record, and analyze QC data in order to make judgments concerning the results and take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.

    + Maintain a safe and efficient working environment by performing equipment checks, cleaning work area, and monitoring temperatures in accordance with regulatory agencies and hospital policies.

    Qualifications

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

    + Graduate from an accredited school of ultrasound

    + RVT registrations, preferred or obtain after hire

    + RDMS(AB,OB-GYN) , preferred or obtain after hire

    + BLS required, or obtain within 6 months of hire

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    + Ability to maintain safe and effective patient care

    + Strong written and verbal communications skills with prevalent professional demeanor

    + Ability to use active listening skills to interpret the needs of the patient.

    + Ability to mentor, train, motivate, direct and empower team

    + Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation

    + Ability to work independently

    + Flexibility in schedule. Willing to adjust hours, as needed. Willing to cover other shifts

    + Highly motivated

    + Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment. Able to triage situations to complete tasks

    + Effective time management

    + Analytical skills to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

    + Exhibit sound and accurate judgement

    + Team player/professional attitude

    + Demonstrates ability to learn and apply new approaches

    + Maintain professional technical knowledge