Ultrasound Tech

Job Description **Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience** \n \n DMC Harper University Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients\n \n Benefit Statement: \n \n \n At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: \n \n • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance \n \n • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match \n \n • Generous paid time off (PTO) \n \n • Career development and continuing education opportunities \n \n • Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts \n \n • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program \n \n • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance. \n \n \n Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status \n \n Job Summary \n \n \n Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic Ultrasound exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews patients medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. \n \n \n Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators. Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up. \n \n \n Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script. Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist. \n \n \n Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients. Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. \n \n \n Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. \n \n \n Able to take call/standby as required by the department.\n \n \n1. Registered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARMDS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S). \n \n \n 2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period. \n \n \n 3. Registered in specialty within 12 months of employment in area of discipline. \n \n Facility Description \n \n DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure. \n \n EEO Statement \n \n \n Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. \n \n \n Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. \n \n \n Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. \n \n \n E-Verify: -verify \n \n \n The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations \n \n Job: Imaging/Radiology \n \n Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan \n \n Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital \n \n Job Type: Full Time \n \n Shift Type: Day