Echosonographer

Memorial Physician Practices; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

UP Health System Portage is seeking an Echo sonographer to join our team. This 1.0 FTE position offers 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with days and varied 10- or 12-hour shifts.

The role includes performing noninvasive cardiovascular studies, patient greeting, explaining procedures, and maintaining equipment. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external employees.

Qualifications

• Registered sonographer or registry eligibility.
• BLS certification required.
• Formal training in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Perform noninvasive diagnostic cardiovascular studies and clerical duties.
• Receive patients, explain method of procedure and ensure comfort.
• Provide patient services to all ages using imaging modalities.
• Maintain equipment and supplies and organize work areas.
• Keep accurate records and assist with scheduling and patient flow.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Patient interaction

Clerical duties

Education

High School Diploma

Formal ultrasound training

Job description

Echo Sonographer

UP Health System Portage

Schedule:

1.0 FTE 40 hours/ week M-F

Days, Varied Shifts, (10 or 12 hr/shifts)

This position has a $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible external employees

Your experience matters

UP Health System Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Echo sonographer joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

An Echo sonographer who excels in this role:

• Perform noninvasive diagnostic cardiovascular studies, as well as the clerical duties associated with the procedures.
• Receives patients, explains method of procedure and makes sure patients are comfortable
• Provides patient services to all ages using imaging modalities
• Maintains equipment and supplies and organizes work areas
• Keeps accurate records, helps with scheduling of the ultrasound and keeps patient flow smooth

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:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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.

What we're looking for

• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• High School Education required
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers registered, or registry eligibility fulfilled
• Certifications: BLS required
• Formal training in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound required

More about UP Health System Portage

UP Health System - Portage is a 36 bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

“UP Health System Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.