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20000 Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center
Ultrasound Technologist | 36 hour per week | Diagnostic Imaging
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$77,133 / year median in Iowa
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Minimum Hiring Wage:
From $35.79 per hourJob Details:
$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates! Fully Benefit Eligible!Scheduled Hours:
7:00am- 4:30pm
Job Description:
Operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment to demonstrate anatomical or physiological structures of the human body for diagnostic purposes. Produce quality images as directed by the radiologists and physicians for the diagnosis or treatment of anatomic or physiologic disorders. Demonstrate knowledge of general and cross-sectional anatomy, technical factors, basic computer skills, and PACS. Function to work independently and in a cooperative manner in teamwork-oriented atmosphere. Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, ensuring comfort, and obtaining relevant medical history.Perform:
General Abdominal Sonography, Vascular Sonography (Doppler), OB/GYN Sonography, Small parts Sonography, and US procedures for all patient populations. What you will do Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis. Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas. Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings. Use of a PACS Imaging System Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required. Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles. Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring them to ultrasound table, applying gel, and positioning them properly. Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort. Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results and information from physical examinations. Maintain records that include patient information, sonographs and interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, or quality assurance records such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports.Qualifications:
Associate's Degree (AA) Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and/or Ultrasound program Required Iowa Permit to Practice may be required if Ultrasound Tech will also perform x-rays. DI staff on FM and HCHC campuses will require Iowa Permit to Practice. American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Preferred FM and HCHC campuses- Echocardiography Skills strongly preferred. 1-3 years Health care experience Preferred Basic Cardiac Life Support & First Aid
- American Heart Association Required Child Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter
- Iowa Department of Human Services Required Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter
- Iowa Department of Human Services Required Ultrasound Tech American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) (United States of America) Upon Hire Required or Radiology Technician American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (United States of America) Upon Hire Required Call rotation may be required.