Sonographer

McLaren Health Care; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Mount Clemens, Michigan is seeking a part-time ultrasound technician responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound studies. You will obtain patient histories and ensure patient comfort while operating ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality images.

The role requires graduation from an approved sonography program, RDMS registration, and a current BLS certification. You will also conduct quality assurance and comply with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of medical sonography.
• Must be registered as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound diagnostic studies with high-quality imaging.
• Obtain patient history and explain procedures to ensure patient comfort.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment properly.

Skills

Ultrasound diagnostic studies

Patient communication

Equipment operation and maintenance

Education

Graduation from an approved school of medical sonography

Registration as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Current BLS certification

Job description

Responsible for performing all aspects of patient exam activities at a technical level that will produce high quality images consistent with established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring general supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Specializes in performing ultrasound diagnostic studies.
• Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns to foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs of individual patients are met.
• Operates and maintains all assigned ultrasound scanning equipment to ensure it works properly.
• Positions patients, selects appropriate transducers and machine settings and conducts scanning procedures to correctly capture the images requested by a physician.
• Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. Complies with all The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of medical sonography.
• Registration as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
• Current BLS certification.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Part-time
• Requisition ID: 26001748
• Daily Work Times: 3:00P - 11:30P
• Hours Per Pay Period: 40
• On Call: Yes
• Weekends: Yes