What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Tech position at employee-vmmc?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will provide quality patient care and perform high-quality images and exams, acting as a clinical resource and role model for unit personnel.
Every day you will maintain sensitivity to patient needs, demonstrate leadership abilities, and assure current standards of practice for the unit, contributing to the overall excellence of the medical imaging department.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical proficiency in medical sonography, a commitment to patient-centered care and quality imaging, and the ability to serve as a resource for best practices within the unit.
Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including, but not limited to, abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retro peritoneal, small parts and vascular.
May perform cardiac procedures as required by entity.
Practices all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA).Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.
We are offering a $7500 sign on bonus in addition to up to a $8000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements
Job Requirements
Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D
ARDMS registered RDMS(OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR); or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT)ARDMS registered RVT(VT) or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(VS)(ARRT);or ARDMS registered RDCS(AE) or (PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS)
BLS through American Heart Association
Preferred
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
One (1) year of ultrasound experience
For the state of UT: LRT
Where You’ll Work
St. Catherine Hospital Dodge City, is a Joint Commission accredited 99-bed hospital that serves as a regional referral center for southwest Kansas. Acute care is at the heart of what we do. St. Catherine Hospital Dodge City provides health services that include diagnostics and interventional cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation. We combine patient-centered care with modern technology and medical expertise to treat a wide range of medical conditions.