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Legal EntityOrrville Hospital FoundationPosition SummaryThe Ultrasound Technologist works under the direction of a radiologist, performing the specific section procedures with high quality. The Ultrasound Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply the prescribed diagnostic imaging equipment for production of high-quality images. The Ultrasound Technologist assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as requested.Department SummaryThe department provides diagnostic ultrasound imaging services within the health care facility to patients in need.QualificationsARDMS certification or registry eligible. Preferred graduate of an approved ARDMS programMaintain current licenses and certifications as required.Obtain registry license less than one year from the date of hire.Ability to operate equipment within the department.One year of experience preferred.Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.Department QualificationsSkillsComfortable speaking and communicating with colleagues and patients.Detail oriented.Communicate effectively.Adaptability to changing work environment or needs.Computer, keyboard skills preferred.Department SkillsResponsibilities & ExpectationsIdentify each patient and review physician orders for accuracy.Properly position patients for high image quality.Medical record documentation in HIS and RIS or systems required per department.Review each examination for quality.Maintain cleanliness of equipment and stock supplies.Communicate pertinent information to supervisor or responsible individual.Explain exams/procedures to patients and address any questions or concerns.Ability to meet and interact with the public in a mature, courteous, and professional manner.Complete and adhere to knowledge gained through annual employee education.Maintain Aultman attendance standards.Adhere to Aultman policies and procedures.No direct reports for this position.Department Responsibilities & ExpectationsWorking ConditionsHours may vary as required by job. Weekends and holidays.Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.Lunch periods and breaks are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.Cross training in areas of the department as required.Colleagues may be assigned to various locations within the foundation.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.Hazardous Exposure CategoryCategory I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.Physical AddendumDemandsFrequencyRemarksLifting 0-10 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting 10-20 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting 20-35 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting 35-50 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting 50-75 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting 75-100 lbsFrequent 34-65%Lifting over 100 lbsFrequent 34-65%Forward ReachingFrequent 34-65%Overhead ReachingFrequent 34-65%StandingContinuous 66% of the dayWalkingContinuous 66% of the daySittingOccasional 10-33%ClimbingOccasional 10-33%Stairs/LadderOccasional 10-33%Bending/StoopingFrequent 34-65%Twisting/TurningFrequent 34-65%Kneeling/SquattingFrequent 34-65%CrawlingOccasional 10-33%Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbsFrequent 34-65%Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbsFrequent 34-65%Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbsFrequent 34-65%Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbsFrequent 34-65%Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbsFrequent 34-65%Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying 0-10 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying 10-20 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying 20-35 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying 35-50 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying 50-100 lbsFrequent 34-65%Carrying over 100 lbsOccasional 10-33%Grasping/repetitive sustainedFrequent 34-65%Fine motor coordinationFrequent 34-65%Vision: Near/Far/ColorFrequent 34-65%Hearing: ordinary conversation/otherContinuous 66% of the dayAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. AultCare is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.AultCare/AHS will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on AultCare/AHS or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Aultman Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.