Job Summary
Performs basic and advanced diagnostic and obstetric 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, applications coordinator, supervisor and manager. Assists coordinator / manager in credentialing and competencies set forth by Spectrum 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 to discriminate colors associated with vascular doppler and flow studies. Have the corrected vision equivalent and ability to distinguish those colors necessary to perform, evaluate & determine appropriate, normal & abnormal, diagnosis for ultrasound color studies. Normal depth perception, photopic vision, mesopic vision and scotopic vision, are necessary for the appropriate diagnosis of color ultrasound
Assignments are complex; follows established protocols and has some flexibility in exercising judgement within established parameters. Works independently. Serves as a resource for expanded training opportunities within the department, with the intent to mentor and train others.
Qualifications
Required
Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in related field7 years of relevant experience in inpatient hospital ultrasound including emergency, surgical and critical care for Hospital Radiology locations3 years of relevant experience in obstetric ultrasound and/or high-risk pregnancy ultrasounds for Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) based locationsCRT-Sonographer (S) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire OrCRT-Abdomen (AB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excludes MFM Upon Hire AndCRT-Ob/Gyn (OB) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire AndCRT-Vascular Technologist (VT) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excludes MFM Upon Hire OrCRT-Vascular Sonographer (VS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Excludes MFM Upon Hire AndCRT-Breast (BR) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Excludes MFM and inpatient hospitals not performing breast imaging. Upon Hire OrCRT-Breast Sonographer (BS) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Excludes MFM and inpatient hospitals not performing breast imaging. Upon HireCRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days OrCRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 DaysPreferred
Bachelor's Degree
CRT-Fetal Echocardiography (FE) - ARDMS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography MFM Sites Upon Hire
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Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St JosephDepartment Name
Cardiothoracic Surgery Practice HB - St JosephEmployment Type
Part timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
13Hours of Work
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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