Ultrasound Technologist PT Rotating Shift Sign on Bonus available

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations using appropriate imaging equipment. The technologist verifies patient identity and reviews medical records to confirm that examinations or procedures are appropriate; interviews patients to obtain or update medical history and assess relevant risk factors; and explains procedures, including medication side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up. The technologist prepares equipment, obtains images according to the order, reviews images, makes initial observations, documents deviations from established protocols, and communicates relevant information to the radiologist. The role includes responding to medical emergencies as appropriate, providing physician-prescribed post-care instructions, participating in radiology practice improvement activities, and providing imaging education to residents.

Requirements

Registration by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography (S).
Have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Register in the specialty within 12 months of employment in the area of discipline.
Analytical and clinical skills to determine an age-appropriate method of providing requested ultrasound examinations based on the patient's physical ability or limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with and instruct patients under physical or emotional stress; comprehend and follow physicians’ verbal and written requests and prescriptions; and work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with hospital personnel and patients.
Technical knowledge to operate equipment, including specialized equipment and computers.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities.
Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology accreditation requirements.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients; ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift to provide patient care.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate imaging equipment and use supplies to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity and review the medical record for appropriateness of the examination or procedure.
Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators.
Explain procedures to patients, including pharmaceutical side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images according to the script.
Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate data to the radiologist.
Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
Participate in radiology practice improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
Provide imaging education to residents.