Ultrasound Technologist PRN Variable Sites

spectrumhealth; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Identity protection

Retirement plan

Job summary

Corewell Health Lakeland is seeking an experienced ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound studies and assist in invasive procedures at Lakeland St Joseph facilities. The role requires ARRT/ARDMS credentials and at least 2 years of ultrasound experience.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, obtaining patient history, and ensuring image quality while maintaining a clean, well-supplied work area. On-site coordination with the imaging team is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a related field is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of ultrasound experience.
• ARRT/ARDMS certifications listed above must be attained upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams per physician orders and protocols.
• Document findings and assist physicians during invasive procedures.
• Obtain patient history and ensure quality imaging.
• Maintain equipment, clean work areas, and stock supplies.
• Notify management of equipment malfunctions and participate in credentialing.

Skills

Patient care

History taking

Ultrasound operation

Invasive procedure support

Quality imaging

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ARRT Sonographer (S)

ARDMS Abdomen (AB)

ARDMS Ob/Gyn (OB)

ARDMS Vascular (VT/VS)

ARDMS Breast/Sonographer (BR/BS)

ARDMS Pediatric (PS)

MSK ARDMS

BLS/CPR certification

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

Preferred Bachelor's Degree

2 years of relevant experience in ultrasound Required

• CRT-Sonographer (S) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excluding Vascular Sites Upon Hire required And
• CRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excluding Vascular Sites Upon Hire required
• CRT-Vascular Technologist (VT) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Vascular Sites Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Vascular Sonographer (VS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Vascular Sites Upon Hire required And
• CRT-Breast (BR) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Breast Center Sites Excluding Regionals not performing Breast Imaging Imaging Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Breast Sonographer (BS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Breast Center Sites Excluding Regionals not performing Breast Imaging Upon Hire required
• 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 required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required
• CRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Spectrum Health Lakeland Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Spectrum Health Lakeland 90 Days required

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. Learn more here .
• 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

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Ultrasound St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Hosp

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