Entity: Owensboro Health Medical Group | Department: Surgical Specialists Owensboro | Work Hours: 3 days; M-F 7:30 - 4:00 | Weekend Requirements: N/AJob Summary Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Job Responsibilities:
Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
Performs routine and complex studies and assists physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
Evaluates, synthesizes, and communicates diagnostic information to the attending physician or radiologist.
Communicates effectively with the patient and health care team and provide education regarding the procedure and equipment to ensure patient understanding.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires in-depth skills and knowledge of the specialized concepts, practices, and procedures in the area of specialization.
Utilizes in-depth knowledge of the specialization as well as business needs to recommend appropriate action.
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Position Requirements:- Work Experience No experience required
- Education Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire OR Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
- Additional Education Information A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Licensure/Certification/Registration RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist required upon hire OR RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist required upon hire AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
- Organizational Responsibilities
- Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.
Additional Job Information:
This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.
Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands(Clinical-Office/Clinic) Standing: 75% Walking: 75% Sitting: 50% Lifting 0-25 lbs: 25% Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25% Lifting over 75 lbs: 25% Carrying 0-25 lbs: 25% Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25% Carrying over 75 lbs: 25% Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75% Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 50% Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 50% Climbing: 50% Bending/Stooping: 75% Kneeling: 50% Crouching/Crawling: 50% Reaching: 75% Talking: 75% Hearing: 75% Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25% Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75% Keyboard Data Entry: 75% Running: 25% Vision: Depth Perception: 75% Vision: Distinguish Color: 75% Vision: Seeing Far: 75% Vision: Seeing Near: 75% Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk Owensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT:
We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK:
We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION:
We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE:
We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE:
We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
About Owensboro Health:
Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. Click here to learn more about Owensboro Health.
