Sonographer Prn, Acute

Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Acute

Sonographer

PRN | Varies

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. We strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities we serve.

Where We Are:

Nestled along the south banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, the picturesque town of Maysville is one of the state's best kept secrets. We are proud to offer amenities of a larger metropolitan area, with the comforts and intimacy of a small city, southern hospitality and progressive leadership have made this city live much larger than its size.

Why Join Us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary:

A Sonographer under the general guidance of the physicians/providers performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures.

• Receives patients, explains method of procedure and makes sure patient is comfortable.

• Provides patient services to all ages using imaging modalities.

• Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.

• Maintains equipment and supplies and organizes work area.

• Keeps accurate records, helps with scheduling of the ultrasound and keeps patient flow smooth.

• Checks the physician's requisition for complete information on the procedure requested' refers any questions to the ultrasound physician before performing the procedure.

• Assists the radiologist/referring physician in invasive procedures using sterile technique while maintaining infection control guidelines.

• Recognizes the significance of all structures that are visualized on the monitor and be able to differentiate artifacts from anatomic/pathologic structures within equipment limitations.

• Possesses an in-depth knowledge of anatomy/physiology, technical expertise and able to improve standard procedures to enhance diagnostic results when needed.

What We Are Looking For:

• Associate's degree Required.

• Graduate of approved program of Ultrasound/Sonography or equivalent.

• ARDMS Registered or if new graduate, must be ARDMS eligible and pass a test in at least one area (i.e. Abdomen, OBGYN) including physics within one year of employment.

• State license to practice as a Sonographer.

• Basic Life Support (BLS

EEOC Statement:

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.