Ultrasound Technologist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform pediatric and adult diagnostic ultrasound exams. This role involves operating sonographic equipment, ensuring exceptional patient care, and maintaining high medical ethics. The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking skills to adapt imaging protocols based on findings and communicate effectively with radiologists. Join a team that values continuous learning and patient-centered care, contributing to the evolution of medical procedures and enhancing diagnostic capabilities in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ultrasonographic training program is necessary.
• Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for evaluation by physicians.
• Select and set up ultrasound equipment according to specifications.

Skills

Ultrasound Diagnostics

Patient Care

Equipment Maintenance

Critical Thinking

Education

Ultrasonographic Training Program

Certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Independently performs pediatric and adult diagnostic Ultrasound exams in conjunction with clinical assessment and history. Identify and record images for interpretation. Apply independent judgment and critical thinking to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information, adapt imaging protocol independently based on findings, communicate these findings with Radiologist. Practice excellent patient care.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for the performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography while demonstrating exceptional patient care.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for daily operations of the sonographic department, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA).The sonographer always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

Responsibilities*

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

• To perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician; and to select and set up ultrasound equipment.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Select equipment for use in ultrasound and set up according to specifications of examinations.
• Review patient's clinical history.
• Explain processes to patients and assist in positioning patients for required scan.
• Adjust equipment controls according to specific orders and areas of the body to be examined.
• Operate ultrasound diagnostic equipment, observing sound wave display screen to note ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Produce visual images of organs shown on display module to obtain permanent records of internal examination.
• Attach identification tag to photographs or recorder printout.
• Set up and adjust equipment using operator tuning adjustment.
• Perform operator maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
• Train, instruct and demonstrate the operation of the ultrasound equipment to staff, medical students, physicians, and other professional medical personnel.
• Maintain necessary records concerning patients.
• Discuss scan results with radiologists.

RELATED DUTIES

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• General supervision is received from a physician or designated supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXCERCISED

• Functional supervision may be exercised over assigned assistants.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from an ultrasonographic training program is necessary
• Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is necessary within 6 months of hire date.
• Certification of Abdomen and OB-GYN is required within 12 months of hire date.
• A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
• Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in both ABD and OB-GYN.

Work Schedule

Full-time, day shift weekdays with day, afternoon, night weekends and holidays

Work Locations

Rotate to all Michigan Medicine Ultrasound Sites

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.