Diagnostic Medical Sonography Specialist

Company: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital
Location: Detroit
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Ultrasound Technologist Job Description at DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

We are seeking a skilled Ultrasound Technologist to join our team at DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital. As an Ultrasound Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound exams, verifying patient identity, and reviewing medical records for appropriateness of exams or procedures.

Key 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 radiologists.
  
• 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 quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
  
• Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees.
  
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department.
  
  
  Requirements:
  
  
  • Registered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S).
    
  • Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
    
  • Registered in specialty within 12 months of employment in area of discipline.
    
    
    DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.

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