POSITION PURPOSE

Provides appropriate diagnostic services under the guidance of the Technical and/or Medical Directors of the lab.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:

Registry or registry eligible.  Certification must be obtained within one year of hire date by an accredited credentialing body, such as the ARDMS or CCI.

Completion of a formal program in diagnostic medical sonography, or experience with current registry status.

Responsible for educational needs in accordance with license.

ACLS certification-St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Livingston only. New hires allowed 6 months to comply.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates ability to read and understand medical technical materials and instructions.

Must be able to communicate with medical/technical personnel and patients.

Performs 2D Color Flow and Doppler studies, obtaining all necessary views in the appropriate modalities, according to physician orders, diagnosis, and lab protocols.

Performs computer aided and /or manual calculations accurately.

Demonstrates proficiency in the stress lab, prepping, taking blood pressures, obtaining patient histories, and assisting the exercise technologists.

Demonstrates competency in administering contrast. Performs contrast imaging as indicated and per lab protocol.

Demonstrates proficiency operating different kinds of ultrasound equipment, including knobology and analysis for each ultrasound machine.

Prioritizes ordered testing and request for new services, based upon clinical assessment ensuring a timely delivery of testing which is appropriate to the acuity of a patient's

condition. 

Can recognize acute situations and can notify the appropriate medical staff.

Demonstrates flexibility related to varying demand for services.  Accommodates patient needs for urgent tests, adding additional tests to the schedule when appropriate, including overtime situations.

Provides high quality patient care considering age specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent practice and application.  Demonstrates competencies.

Fulfills the required number of on call, weekend and holiday rotations.

Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.  Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.  Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.

Maintains confidentiality in line with current HIPPA standards. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.

Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of the Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.