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Location: Henry Ford St John Hospital, 22101 Moross Rd, Detroit, MI 48236

Schedule: Part Time Rotating, 20 Hours Weekly 

Part Time Benefit Eligible 

General Summary: 

Under the direction of a Radiologist, specializes in the performance of diagnostic ultrasound procedures to aid in the evaluation of pathological entities as prescribed by a physician. Performs related functions according to department protocols. Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate imaging techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination. 
• Obtains additional information about the patient’s medical history as necessary. 
• Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies. 
• Prepares prescribed contrast media and solutions for administration to patients. 
• Reviews clinical data on requisition, analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and, following protocols, and performs the procedure. 
• Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information for the area of the body being studied. 
• May assist Radiologist in performing diagnostic invasive procedures. 
• Prepares and sets up sterile equipment, physiological monitors, pressure injectors, and imaging equipment required for the procedure. 
• Ensures the adequate supplies such as needles, catheters, etc. are on hand and properly stored. 
• Completes all necessary work sheets, logs and other patient records. 
• Pre and post processes images as appropriate. 
• Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions. 
• Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc. 
• Performs Quality Assurance procedures as appropriate 
• PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts. 

• RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required. 
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or eligible candidate to sit for an ARDMS examination. 
• The ARDMS defines 'candidate' as an applicant who has met the prerequisites required to sit for an ARDMS examination. If eligible candidate, successful completion of SPI, Abdomen, and OB/GYN ARDMS examinations required within 12 months of date of hire. 
• Failure to obtain registry within the designated timeframe will result in termination of the Ultrasound Technologist position. 
• Must maintain required hours of continued medical education. 
• Healthcare Provider certification required (BCLS).