MSK Sonographer - Lansing, United States - Sparrow Health System

Description

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Positions Location:

Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Utilizing high frequency sound waves, provide diagnostic images of a wide variety of exams (abdomen, Ob/Gyn, Vascular, small parts, neurosonography, musculoskeletal) to diagnose the absence or presence of disease.

Responsible for providing patient education and quality patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Analyze disease processes with the use of ultrasound through the selection of appropriate procedures and techniques.
• Coordinate past and present medical history of patient in reference to ultrasound examination.
• Schedule and instruct the patient in reference to ultrasound.
• Review current imaging techniques and interpretations to assure current information.
• Furnish occasional immediate results to appropriate medical personnel derived from ultrasound procedure.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and quality assurance.
• Provide assistance and guidance to sonography students completing clinical experience in department.
• Assist Radiologists and other physicians in the performance of interventional procedures.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
• Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. Work Experience
• Minimum of one year working in a PACS environment.
• Previous ultrasound experience. Education
• Associates Degree in Sonography.
• Must be certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in abdomen, Ob/Gyn, vascular, and MSK or by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Sonography (ARRT((S).
• Must be CPR certified. Minimum of AHA Heart Saver certification or BLS required. Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to perform requested procedures in a portable environment as needed.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (visual and auditory) of the job.
• Must be able to take on-call responsibilities, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work at multiple locations.
• Ability to problem solve and multi-task.
• Adept with customer service.
• Ability to effectively communicate with physicians.
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Sparrow Health System 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.

Location:

Sparrow Hospital

Activation Date:

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Expiration Date:

Saturday, March 29, 2025

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