ultrasound technologist - Salina, United States - Salina Regional Health Center

Description

POSITION SUMMARYPosition Summary:
The Ultrasound technologist performs diagnostic/therapeutic Ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician.

The technologist performs diagnostic medical ultrasound effectively on patient populations served in the clinic setting and exhibits superior levels of customer service.

The technologist explains procedures and answers questions for the patient. The technologist demonstrates appropriate patient positioning to obtain optimum views of specified anatomy. The technologist adjusts equipment controls to set proper protocol based on knowledge of the procedure and established guidelines. The technologist assists the clinic physicians, when necessary. The technologist interacts with numerous computer programs and systems on a daily basis.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMinimum EducationGraduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, or Ultrasound Technology programMinimum Experience1 year experience preferredRequired Registration/License/CertificationAmerican Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)Kansas License for Radiology Technology (LRT)Basic Life Support certification will be accepted from either American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Health Care Provider, or Basic Life Support (American Heart Association-Health Care Provider), or successfully completes within the first 90 days of employment.

Certification in Abdomen and Vascular preferred