SEH-SONOGRAPHER

Sparrow•Charlotte, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Performs ultrasound examinations on emergency room patients, inpatients, and outpatients in accordance with physicians’ orders. Essential Duties: Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations by obtaining patient history relevant to the condition being viewed, explaining procedure to be performed, and properly positioning patients for the procedure. Performs ultrasound examinations on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders. Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the radiologist in a timely manner. Assists radiologist with performing specialized procedures as directed. Prepares and maintains patient records and files. Maintains diagnostic imaging equipment and ultrasound examination rooms; performs quality control tests to assure all equipment is functioning properly and initiates corrective action as necessary. Maintains an adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies; orders supplies as needed. Transports patient’s to/from various departments within the Hospital as needed. Performs a variety of clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling/canceling patient exams, assisting patients at the main window, pulling patient films, filing patient records, and inputting patient information into the Epic computer system. Attends staff meetings and in-service programs. Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines. Job Requirements General Requirements • American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification is required, within one year of board eligibility Work Experience • Minimum of one year of related ultrasonography experience Education • Completion of an accredited or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Knowledge and understanding of ultrasonography techniques and procedures • Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the radiology function including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates • Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation • Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other Hospital staff in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to communicate technical information in non-technical terms • Analytical ability to assess patients’ condition and determine necessary images for satisfactory diagnosis • Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the emotional needs/concerns of patients, complete multiple ultrasound exams in a timely manner, and work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. #LI-MR1 Job Family Radiology/Imaging

Requirements

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification is required, within one year of board eligibility
Minimum of one year of related ultrasonography experience
Completion of an accredited or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
Knowledge and understanding of ultrasonography techniques and procedures
Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the radiology function including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates
Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other Hospital staff in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to communicate technical information in non-technical terms
Analytical ability to assess patients’ condition and determine necessary images for satisfactory diagnosis
Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the emotional needs/concerns of patients, complete multiple ultrasound exams in a timely manner, and work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations by obtaining patient history relevant to the condition being viewed, explaining procedure to be performed, and properly positioning patients for the procedure.
Performs ultrasound examinations on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders.
Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the radiologist in a timely manner.
Assists radiologist with performing specialized procedures as directed.
Prepares and maintains patient records and files.
Maintains diagnostic imaging equipment and ultrasound examination rooms; performs quality control tests to assure all equipment is functioning properly and initiates corrective action as necessary.
Maintains an adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies; orders supplies as needed.
Transports patient’s to/from various departments within the Hospital as needed.
Performs a variety of clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling/canceling patient exams, assisting patients at the main window, pulling patient films, filing patient records, and inputting patient information into the Epic computer system.
Attends staff meetings and in-service programs.
Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.