Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Trinity Health • Ann Arbor, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer works in the Ultrasound Department at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital. The role reviews physician orders and exam indications, prepares patients, and performs specialized ultrasound examinations and procedures to obtain high-quality images for diagnostic interpretation. The Sonographer may assist physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures and works closely with Ultrasound leadership and Radiologists. The position involves technical procedures requiring independent judgment, integrity, and initiative.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Sonography program.
• ARDMS registration with at least one certification, or registry eligibility with certification obtained within one year of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• In-depth knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Ability to produce and evaluate quality images.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Explain ultrasound procedures to patients to ease apprehensions and encourage cooperation, using care, courtesy, tact, and empathy.
• Review patient charts and prior ultrasound or other diagnostic study results, and record personal and medical information.
• Perform diagnostic procedures by adjusting, manipulating, and controlling complex ultrasound equipment and accessories.
• Consult radiologists and experienced associates about the need for additional images for comprehensive interpretation.
• Schedule examinations and perform related clerical duties, including answering phones and locating prior imaging and reports.
• Assist with aspiration, biopsy, and operating room procedures while maintaining sterilization, isolation, and infection-control techniques to prevent contamination.
• Document infection-control procedures and activities, including required documentation for intracavitary probe disinfection at each department location worked.
• Support staff education through in-services, sharing articles with peers, one-on-one student training, and assisting with new-employee orientation and training as assigned.
• Adapt to schedule and location changes; rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as directed by management, including assignments to other campuses.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and DailyPay.
• Benefits effective on day one for full- and part-time hires, with no waiting periods.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; PTO; life insurance; short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Colleague Referral Program with cash and prizes.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed