Echo Ultrasound Technologist or Ultrasound Technologist

Job Details

Job Location

Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage

None

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Health Care

Description

SUMMARY

The Echo/Ultrasound Technologist shall perform echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, 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 echocardiograms and stress echos and 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

• RDCS registered, preferred or obtain after hire

• 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