What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist position at Kittson Healthcare?
KH Summary:
Since 1922, Kittson Healthcare prides itself on providing continuous service to the citizens of Kittson County and surrounding areas. Today, Kittson Healthcare is a twelve-bed acute care federally designated Critical Access Hospital and fifty bed long term care facility which also includes a home healthcare agency, 8 bed assisted living facility and an ambulance service. There is a medical clinic located in the complex as well as a satellite medical clinic in Karlstad, Minnesota. We strive to treat every patient or resident that walks through our doors with highly personalized care. Our patients are not just numbers. They are family, neighbors, teachers, and community members.
Since 1922, Kittson Healthcare prides itself on providing continuous service to the citizens of Kittson County and surrounding areas. Today, Kittson Healthcare is a twelve-bed acute care federally designated Critical Access Hospital and fifty bed long term care facility which also includes a home healthcare agency, 8 bed assisted living facility and an ambulance service. There is a medical clinic located in the complex as well as a satellite medical clinic in Karlstad, Minnesota. We strive to treat every patient or resident that walks through our doors with highly personalized care. Our patients are not just numbers. They are family, neighbors, teachers, and community members.
Department: Radiology
Supervised By: Manager of Radiology
Supervises: None
Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $34.00 - $44.00
Close Working Relationship With: Clinic, Hospital, ER and Patients.
Job Summary:
Ultrasound Technologist, also known as Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, play a crucial role in the healthcare system by using ultrasound technology to produce images of internal organs and tissues. These images help physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. Ultrasound Technology work in various healthcare settings, including hospital, clinic, and ER.
Job Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Proficiently be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must be able to work independently and be able to work effectively as a team member.
- Must be able to maintain a high degree of concentration.
- Possess problem solving skills.
- Proficient with various distributors of ultrasound equipment.
- Commitment to quality control analysis.
- Excellent time management of one’s own time and time of others.
- Ability to participate and self-educate for job related needs.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, Patient medical software, other database software to perform job.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Must possess good hand-eye and manual/finger dexterity coordination.
- Passion for serving others.
Qualifications:
- Accredited Associate’s degree or training program through Allied Health Education Program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
- Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (preferred).
- 1-year general sonography experience (preferred).
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 days of employment.
- Must pass MN background check and fingerprinting.
- Complete TB test within the first 3 weeks of employment.
Job Schedule/Location(s):
- Hallock, MN
- Schedule Flex, maximum of 20 hours per week
Why Work With Us:
- 403b plan - 3% employer match.
- Educational Scholarships.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Shift differential pay.
Salary : $34 - $44