Ultrasound Technologist - Full Time 80 Hours / Pay Period - Bronson LakeView Hospital

40 Bronson LakeView Hospital; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Health in Paw Paw, MI is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to operate ultrasound equipment, prepare patients, and ensure accurate documentation. The role requires ARDMS eligibility or registration and an accredited ultrasound education.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, collaboration with radiologists, and adherence to safety and quality protocols. This is a full-time position with standard imaging services workflow.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Ultrasound/Sonography or equivalent program; hospital-based certificate or radiology tech degree.
• Six months to a year of on-the-job clinical experience and training; BLS within 6–12 months after hire.
• Registry eligibility or ARDMS in OB/GYN and Abdomen; breast ARDMS/ARRT path for dedicated breast centers; registries to be completed within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to perform non-invasive scans across body parts.
• Maintain patient positioning, documentation, and accurate records.
• Demonstrate professional communication with patients, physicians, and team members.
• Uphold sterile technique and maintain cleanliness of rooms and equipment.
• Provide first aid as required and handle contrast or emergency situations.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Leadership

Technical proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Ultrasound/Sonography

ARDMS registry eligibility or certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Record-keeping software (PACS)

Job description

Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location

Paw Paw-408 Hazen St. - Bronson Lakeview Hospital

Title

Ultrasound Technologist

Employment Details

Full Time 80 Hours / Pay Period

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.
• 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

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 Details

First Shift Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 3125 Imaging Services (BLH)

Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer

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.

About Us

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.