Ultrasound Technologist - Contingent - Variable

Henry Ford Health System; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures under a radiologist, selecting imaging techniques and ensuring correct patient positioning with strict adherence to safety protocols.

Candidates must have ARDMS registration or be eligible to sit for ARDMS exams, complete SPI/Abdomen/OB-GYN exams within 12 months of hire, maintain CME hours, and hold a BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be registered with ARDMS or eligible to sit for ARDMS.
• Complete SPI, Abdomen, and OB/GYN ARDMS exams within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures under radiologist supervision.
• Determine imaging techniques and patient positioning.
• Adhere to safety practices and department protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARDMS registration

SPI, Abdomen, OB/GYN ARDMS exams

Job description

Under the direction of a Radiologist, specializes in the performance of diagnostic ultrasound procedures to aid in the evaluation of pathological entities as prescribed by a physician. Performs related functions according to department protocols. Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.

Must be registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or eligible candidate to sit for an ARDMS examination.

The ARDMS defines 'candidate' as an applicant who has met the prerequisites required to sit for an ARDMS examination.

If eligible candidate, successful completion of SPI, Abdomen, and OB/GYN ARDMS examinations required within 12 months of date of hire.

Failure to obtain registry within the designated timeframe will result in termination of the Ultrasound Technologist position.

Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.

Healthcare Provider certification required (BCLS).

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Shift: Variable
• Union Code: Not Applicable

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is

committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to

race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,

weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,

or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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