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Ultrasound Tech Non-Reg - Ultrasound - Kettering - Resource

Posted Date 11 hours ago(7/23/2025 9:43 AM)
Job ID
2025-55330
Job Category
Imaging
Job Type
Resource (PRN)
Shift
Varied Shift
Department
415010 - ULTRASOUND
FTE
00 Hours Per Pay Period/FTE 0.0 (Resource)
Job Code
113410

Overview

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Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

 

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Campus Overview

Kettering Health Main Campus

  • Kettering Health Main Campus, formerly Kettering Medical Center, is the flagship hospital of Kettering Health and has been serving Kettering, Ohio and the Greater Dayton area since 1964.
  • The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital, maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and level II Emergency Care.
  • In 2020, KH Main Campus received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
  • Received 4 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
  • Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.
  • Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades (2017-2019).
  • Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.
  • 465-bed hospital (includes newborn beds)

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Summary
 
The ultrasound sonographer will be capable of quality imaging by applying proper equipment settings and transducer selections on fixed or portable equipment. They may specialize in gynecological, abdominal, vascular, and other imaging. They must be knowledgeable and skilled in technical selection and positional orientation and produce high-quality images. Sonographers use these images to discriminate between healthy and diseased areas. They are responsible for bringing the physician's attention to any suspected abnormalities. They consult the radiologist/resident as needed but must be capable of independent judgment. They gather additional information related to patient history and analyze and summarize their image findings for the radiologist/resident. They participate in interventional ultrasound procedures, assisting the radiologist/resident as needed. Additionally, they are responsible for cleaning and maintaining their equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
 
 
 
Organizational Expectations
 
Annual Competencies
1. Employee has basic knowledge of radiation safety.
2. Employee demonstrates understanding of the usage of equipment.
3. Employee demonstrates proper patient identification.4. Employee demonstrates consistent hand hygiene practices.
 
Essential Functions
 
• The Ultrasound sonographer will need strength to withstand long hours of imaging and utilize correct body mechanics to reduce the risks of wrist and back injuries.
• The Ultrasound sonographer will need excellent communication and documentation skills.
• The ultrasound sonographer will need sound anatomy and physiology knowledge and be detail oriented.
• The Ultrasound sonographer must be comfortable working near radiologists/residents and nurses.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Requirements
 
Minimum Education
• Minimum requirement of high school diploma
• Must be a senior-level student in an accredited Ultrasound program
 
Minimum Work Experience
• 1-year previous experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
 
Required LicensesDiagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Non-registered techs (113410) must obtain 1 ARDMS registry within 12 months after graduation.
• Upon graduation from accredited Ultrasound program, the employee must sign Addendum A*
• Once the first registry is obtained by the employee, they will move into job code Ultrasound Tech1 (113481); refer to Addendum A*
• Additional registries obtained by the employee will advance the employee in job code Ultrasound Tech2 (113482); refer to Addendum A*
• BLS
 
Required Skill
• The Ultrasound sonographer should have basic computer knowledge.
• The Ultrasound sonographer should have good customer service skills.
• The Ultrasound sonographer should be able to work independently and be self-motivated.

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