Ultrasound Tech

Sign on Bonus Up to $15,000 sign‑on bonus, based on relevant experience. Employer 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. Benefit Statement Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO) Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts and healthcare dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program and Employee discount program Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder childcare, and auto and home insurance Job Summary Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic ultrasound exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews patient medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure. Responsibilities Interview patients to obtain, verify or update medical history and assess risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators. Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow‑up. Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script. Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols and communicate data to radiologist. Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provide physician‑prescribed post‑care instructions to patients. Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice, including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. Take call/standby as required by the department. Qualifications Registered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARMDS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography (S). Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period. Registered in specialty within 12 months of employment in area of discipline. Facility Description 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. Job Details Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women’s Hospital Job type: Full Time Shift type: Evening EEO Statement 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. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr