Ultrasound Technologist Afternoons PT at Trane Technologies

Detroit, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diagnostic Ultrasound Exams, Patient Identity Verification, Medical History Review, Risk Assessment, Patient Education, Image Acquisition, Radiologist Communication, Emergency Response, Post Care Instructions, Process Improvement, Quality of Care, Patient Flow Analysis, Patient Satisfaction, Imaging Education, Clinical Skills, Technical Knowledge

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

**Up to $7,500 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience** DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation. Summary Description Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic Ultrasound exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. • Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. • 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. • 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. • 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. • Provides imaging education to residents, Minimum Qualifications 1. Registered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARMDS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S). 2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period. 3. Registered in specialty within 12 months of employment in area of discipline. Skills Required 1. Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age appropriate method of providing requested ultrasound specific to patient's physical ability and/or limitations. 2. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress; ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients. 3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment and computers. 4. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities. 5. Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation. 6. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient care. 7. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Responsibilities

The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic Ultrasound exams following established policies, which includes verifying patient identity, obtaining medical history, explaining procedures, and acquiring appropriate images using imaging equipment. Responsibilities also involve reviewing images, communicating observations to the radiologist, responding to medical emergencies, and participating in process improvement activities.