Ultrasound Technologist - Full Time 80 Hours/ Pay Period - BLH

Bronson Healthcare; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for Bronson Lakeview Hospital in Paw Paw, MI. The full-time position involves operating high-frequency ultrasound equipment to image organs and masses, with a focus on patient safety and accurate documentation.

A2S degree in Ultrasound/Sonography and ARDMS eligibility are required, with BLS within 6–12 months. The role supports imaging services on the second shift, with a 40-hour work week and 80 hours per pay period.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent in Ultrasound/Sonography or Radiology Technology.
• BLS certification within 6–12 months after hire.
• Registry eligibility or ARDMS certification in OB/GYN and Abdomen (Physics, OB/GYN, Abdomen) within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment to perform non-invasive scans on various body parts.
• Ensures patient care competency for the served population.
• Maintains patient and file documentation; maintains room and equipment cleanliness.
• Interacts with patients, physicians, and team with professional communication and customer service.

Education

Associates degree in Ultrasound/Sonography or Radiology Technology program

Job description

Location

Paw Paw-408 Hazen St. - Bronson Lakeview Hospital

Title

Ultrasound Technologist - Full Time 80 Hours/ Pay Period - BLH

Salary & Working Hours

Full Time

80 Hours/ Pay Period

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Responsibilities

The Ultrasound Tech is responsible for operating highly sophisticated equipment to perform a diverse range of non-invasive ultrasound scans on various parts and systems of the body. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

• Must be able to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with record keeping in the department
• Must demonstrate excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians and other in sometimes difficult or sensitive situation, including verbal and written communication, problem solving and assertiveness
• Must have a customer service orientation
• Must demonstrate leadership and organization skills including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude
• Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
• Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients.
• Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

Duties

• Receives or escorts patients into examination area; reviews pertinent patient information; instructs patient concerning the examination to be performed.
• Positions patients to obtain and effect the results specified for diagnoses
• In consultation with radiologist performs optimum diagnostic ultrasound scans using high frequency ultrasound machines designed to image organs, masses, and fluid accumulations within the body to provide diagnostic information for interpretation by physician
• Operates all equipment properly and with care and regularly performs maintenance and quality control work. Immediately reports any malfunctions, necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Performs first aid as required and assists in cases of adverse reaction to contrast media or in other emergencies.
• Observes and practices sterile technique to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Maintains cleanliness of procedure rooms and equipment.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient and file information.
• Maintains appropriate supply level in their areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates or oversees the on the job training for student technologists and other non-professional assistants as assigned.
• Demonstrates or oversees the on the job training for Ultrasound Technologists that have been newly hired or need additional training needs for new procedures.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service when answering the phone.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited school of Ultrasound/Sonography or completion of an accredited sonography program or must have a minimum of one of the following a Certificate of Completion of a Hospital base program or Associate’s degree from an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• Six months to a year of on the job clinical experience and training.
• BLS required within 6-12 months after hire.
• Some positions may require additional certifications.
• For general ultrasound positions: Technologists are required to be registry eligible or registered ARDMS in OB/GYN and Abdomen (which includes Physics board exam). Upon hiring, registry-eligible technologists must attempt all three registries (Physics, OB/GYN and Abdomen) within nine months of hire and successfully complete all three ARDMS registries (Physics, OB/GYN and Abdomen) within 12 months of hire.
• For dedicated breast center positions: Technologists are required to be registry eligible or registered ARDMS in Breast (which includes Physics board exam) or registry eligible or registered in Breast Sonography through the ARRT. Upon hiring, registry-eligible technologists must attempt breast registries within 6 months and successfully completed through either the ARDMS (including Physics) or ARRT within 9 months of hire.

Shift

Second Shift

Time Type Full time

Location & Cost Center

Cost Center 3125 Imaging Services (BLH)

About Bronson Healthcare Group

Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.

Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what’s right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.