PRN Tech Ultrasonographer 1

Corewell Health • Watervliet, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic diagnostic ultrasound examinations as prescribed by physicians and documents findings. Assists physicians with invasive procedures as needed, provides appropriate patient care, and recognizes patient conditions essential to successfully completing procedures. Assignments are routine and follow established protocols. The role works under close supervision, seeks guidance when needed, requires some instruction on day-to-day work, and resolves routine problems.

The position is part time, with variable shifts, work hours, and days, and variable weekend frequency. It is based at Watervliet Hospital in the Diagnostic Radiology department.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience in a related field.
• Required sonography credentials vary by location, department, and specialty. Listed credentials include ARRT Sonographer; ARDMS Abdomen and Ob/Gyn; ARDMS Vascular Technologist or ARRT Vascular Sonographer; and ARRT or ARDMS breast sonography credentials, with stated deadlines and one-year requirements for certain settings.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 90 days is required.
• For Spectrum Health Lakeland, ARDMS Abdomen or Ob/Gyn certification is required upon hire, and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required within 90 days.
• Visual acuity sufficient to discriminate vascular Doppler and flow studies and to perform, evaluate, and determine appropriate normal and abnormal ultrasound findings.
• Auditory capability to hear tone and pitch fluctuations associated with Doppler, vascular, and cardiac studies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete and comprehensive patient histories.
• Operate ultrasound equipment competently and perform diagnostic studies that meet established ultrasound protocols.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations as prescribed by referring physicians and/or radiologists.
• Document quality images, including pathology identified during real-time scanning.
• Assist physicians with invasive procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean work environment and stock rooms with supplies as needed.
• Contact service personnel and notify management about malfunctioning equipment.
• Support objectives set by the lead sonographer, imaging specialist, supervisor, and manager.
• Assist imaging specialists and leadership with credentialing and competencies established by Corewell Health and regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package intended to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree