Ultrasonographer
Company: Corewell Health
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY:Under site designate leader, and according to
established policies and procedures performs accurate and efficient
Ultrasound exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment,
independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Technologists must
demonstrate good clinical skills and provide the best possible
images for interpretation. Follows Corewell Health philosophy of
Patient and Family Centered Care at all times.This is a Cardiac
Ultrasound position; only RDCS, ACS, or RCS credential is
required.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Verifies patient identification and
physician order. Provides procedural information/education to the
patient/family prior to each exam. Acquires an accurate patient
history and documents in the medical record. Performs Ultrasound
and related patient care procedures using age-appropriate methods
for patient's physical ability and/or limitations. Proficiently
operates ultrasound imaging equipment and performs necessary
quality control and quality assurance testing. Monitors patients
during procedures to ensure patient safety. Reviews ultrasound
images with the Radiologist as necessary. Ensures STAT requests are
relayed to radiologist in a timely manner. When required, assists
with procedures using sterile technique, receives and documents
samples for lab processing. Disposes of fluids according to
biohazard protocols. Ensures equipment is wiped down between
patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and
supplies. Accurately and efficiently uses hospital computer systems
for verifying orders, viewing schedules, and sending information to
PAC's. Uses effective inter/intra-departmental communication and
participates with medical staff, management, technical and support
staff. Assist in training new staff/students. Verifies correct
patient, correct exam / final verification, clarify questionable
orders with ordering physician or Radiologist.This document
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 employees
may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly
described.STANDARD QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully,
an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential duties.Education / Training:
- Graduate of Diagnostic Ultrasound Program or equivalent.Work
Experience:
- Minimal as gained at student level.Certification, Licensure,
Registration:
- Registered by American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS) or Registry eligible, paid at the trainee rate for up to 1
year.
- If unregistered must obtain at least one (ABD or OB/GYN) within
1 year from hire. Additional registry within two years from date of
hire.
- If registered at hire additional registry must be obtained
within 1 year from hire. Other Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support Certification for Healthcare Providers at
hire through the American Heart Association.BENEFITSCorewell Health
offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial,
health and life-work balance goals. - Generous paid time off,
holidays and flexible scheduling - Our employees receive special
discounts on a wide range of products and services - Exceptional
health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans -
Relocation assistance - Generous retirement savings, disability
insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto
insurance - NEW On-demand pay program -Powered by PayactivABOUT
COREWELL HEALTHCorewell Health offers you a world of opportunity
throughout Southeast Michigan. With eight hospitals and 155
outpatient sites you'll have a wide variety of practice settings to
choose from. Corewell Health has more nationally ranked hospitals
in Michigan than any other health systemPrimary LocationSITE -
Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - DearbornDepartment
NameCardiology - DearbornEmployment TypeFull timeShiftDay (United
States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours40Hours of Work8a-430pDays
WorkedTues-SatWeekend FrequencyEvery weekendCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH
TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday
team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health
team members only.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.
We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require
reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application
process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy
equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability,
pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.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. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our
team.You may request assistance in completing the application
process by calling 616.486.7447.
Keywords: Corewell Health, Dearborn , Ultrasonographer, Healthcare , Oak Park, Michigan
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