Ultrasound Technologist

Spectrum Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay option Payactiv

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Job summary

Spectrum Health Lakeland is seeking a qualified ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and assist physicians during procedures at the Lakeland Hospital sites. You will document findings, ensure patient comfort, and maintain equipment and room readiness.

Qualified candidates bring an Associate's Degree and 2+ years of ultrasound experience with ARRT/ARDMS credentials and related certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in a related field with relevant ultrasound experience.
• Minimum 2 years of ultrasound experience and ARRT/ARDMS credentials as listed upon hire.
• Certification in OB/GYN, Abdomen, Vascular, Breast, or MSK per OR medical standards.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a complete patient history and perform diagnostic ultrasound exams per protocol.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to produce quality studies meeting established standards.
• Document images and pathology observed during real-time scanning.
• Assist physicians during invasive procedures when needed.
• Maintain a clean work environment and stock supplies.
• Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate with service personnel.
• Support education and credentialing efforts per Corewell Health standards.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Invasive procedure support

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Performs basic diagnostic ultrasound examinations as prescribed by the physician and documents findings. Assists physicians with invasive procedures as needed. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Essential Functions

• Obtains a complete and comprehensive patient history.
• Operates ultrasound equipment competently to provide quality diagnostic studies that meets the requirements of established ultrasound protocols.
• Performs various diagnostic ultrasound examinations as prescribed by the referring physician and/or radiologists so that they meet the requirements of established ultrasound protocols.
• Documents quality images, including pathology noted during real time scanning.
• As necessary, assists physicians during invasive procedures.
• Maintains a clean work environment and stocks rooms with supplies as needed.
• Contacts service personnel and notifies management of malfunctioning equipment.
• Supports objectives set by lead ultrasonographer, imaging specialist, supervisor and/or manager.
• Assists imaging specialist / manager in credentialing and competencies set forth by Corewell Health and various regulatory agencies.
• Auditory capability to hear tone and pitch fluctuations such as that associated with Doppler, vascular and cardiac studies.
• Visual acuity associated with vascular doppler and flow studies.
• Have the corrected vision equivalent and ability necessary to perform, evaluate & determine appropriate, normal & abnormal, diagnosis for ultrasound.
• Assignments are moderately complex; follows established protocols and has some flexibility in exercising judgement within established parameters.
• Works under minimal supervision/instruction; may serve as technical specialist/trainer and mentor to less experienced staff.

Qualifications Required

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in related field 2 years of relevant experience in ultrasound CRT-Sonographer (S) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire Or CRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excluding Vascular Sites Upon Hire And CRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excluding Vascular Sites Upon Hire CRT-Vascular Technologist (VT) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Vascular Sites Upon Hire Or CRT-Vascular Sonographer (VS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Vascular Sites Upon Hire And CRT-Breast (BR) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Breast Center Sites Excluding Regionals not performing Breast Imaging Imaging Upon Hire Or CRT-Breast Sonographer (BS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Breast Center Sites Excluding Regionals not performing Breast Imaging Upon Hire CRT-Pediatric Sonographer (PS) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography HDVCH Sites Upon Hire preferred CRT-Musculoskeletal (MSK) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography MSK Sites Upon Hire preferred CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days CRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire Or CRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days Preferred Bachelor's Degree

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location and Work Hours

Primary Location SITE - Lakeland Hospital

St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name Ultrasound St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

Employment Type Part time Shift Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours 29

Hours of Work 56 per pay period

Days Worked Variable

Weekend Frequency Every other weekend

Employment Requirements

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Corewell Health Overview

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.

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