Sonographer Contingent Clarkston

Karmanos Cancer Institute; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled ultrasound technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound studies, ensuring high-quality imaging, and providing exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining ultrasound equipment while adhering to safety protocols and regulatory standards. Join a forward-thinking organization that values quality patient care and offers opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and excel in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved medical sonography school is required.
• Must be registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound diagnostic studies and ensure high-quality imaging.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Ultrasound Diagnostic Studies

Patient Interaction

Quality Assurance

Radiation Safety

Education

Graduation from an approved school of medical sonography

Tools

Ultrasound Scanning Equipment

Job description

McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care with locations in Michigan and Indiana. The McLaren system includes 13 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 53 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S.

Position Summary: 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 As Assigned:

1. Specializes in performing ultrasound diagnostic studies.
2. 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.
3. Operates and maintains all assigned ultrasound scanning equipment to ensure it works properly.
4. Positions patients, selects appropriate transducers and machine settings and conducts scanning procedures to correctly capture the images requested by a physician.
5. 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.
6. Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats.
7. Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables to perform quality testing.
8. Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment.
9. May assist other areas of radiology as assigned.
10. Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications:

Required:

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

Additional Information:

• Requisition ID: 25001030
• Daily Work Times: Variable
• On Call: Yes

Equal Opportunity Employer

McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.