Ultrasound Tech Cardiac Cardiovascular Services

MyMichigan Health•Midland, MI

About The Position

This position performs cardiac ultrasound examinations for inpatients and outpatients. The Ultrasound Technologist is a diagnostic ultrasound professional qualified through professional credentialing, academic preparation, and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related procedures. The scope of practice includes procedures permitted by law for which the technologist has education and clinical experience, demonstrated competency, and appropriate ARDMS or CCI specialty certification. The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for daily laboratory operations, patient scheduling, equipment maintenance and failure reporting, and quality improvement. The role requires maintaining high medical ethics and pursuing lifelong learning as the field, diseases, and procedures evolve.

Requirements

Associate degree in a healthcare-related field; sonography specialization is listed as essential.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the AHA within three months of hire or transfer.
ULTRA C II, ARDMS, or CCI certification is required; the posting specifies a preferred timeframe of 90 days after hire or transfer, and a requirement within one year of the employee's graduation or hire/transfer date if not obtained in that timeframe.
Maintain current continuing medical education compliance for applicable specialties and meet annual ARDMS or CCI re-credentialing requirements to maintain active registrant status.
Interpersonal skills to communicate successfully with individuals and groups, and explain ideas and concepts clearly in person and by phone.
Ability to move freely about the facility, with or without an assistive device, and perform the job functions described.
Overall vision and hearing, with or without assistive devices.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, get along with others, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
Overall dexterity, including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering, and feeling; repetitive movements may be required regularly or frequently.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including latex materials or an appropriate substitute if required.
Ability to comply with bloodborne pathogen and TB testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree.
At least two years of sonography experience.

Responsibilities

Perform transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography procedures, with or without contrast.
Perform diagnostic sonography examinations according to imaging protocols and the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Analyze sonograms, synthesize sonographic information and medical history, and communicate findings to the appropriate physician.
Prepare equipment for ordered examinations, transport patients as needed, explain procedures, perform and record examinations, and consult with physicians or providers as needed.
Perform accurate pre- and post-processing of files and reports.
Accurately use computer systems and programs specific to Cardiovascular Services.
Record patient data appropriately.
Use IV Optison contrast and/or agitated saline as required by procedure protocols, and monitor patients' physical and mental condition throughout procedures.
Participate in obtaining or maintaining ultrasound laboratory accreditation.
Maintain ultrasound equipment, the work area, and adequate supplies.
Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate professionalism and courtesy toward employees, physicians, associated staff, and MyMichigan Health customers and potential customers.
Cooperate with personnel to achieve departmental and hospital goals, and attend or participate in departmental and hospital meetings.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned, including assisting in other areas of the department as needed.
Maintain compliance with specialty continuing medical education requirements and annual ARDMS or CCI re-credentialing requirements.
Demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows and participate in further learning opportunities as required.