Ultrasound Technologist

UP Health System Portage

Ultrasound Technologist

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  Provides quality ultrasound studies to include abdominal, OB, vascular, neonatal, pelvis, breast, and testicular small parts for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis of patient illness.

• Performs sonographic examinations and procedures as requested by the referring physician delivery of care and services

• Maintains appropriate files, supplies and equipment.

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Maintains appropriate supplies and a clean and orderly work area.

• Notifies supervisor of needed items

• Maintains equipment to ensure accuracy and longevity

• Provides age-appropriate care to all patients

• Acts as a physician/staff consultant and educational resources for appropriateness and accuracy of scans

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for
Applicants should have a current Michigan RDMS license and possess a degree from an accredited school. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or School of Radiology Required; Graduate from an accredited RDMS program

• Licenses: ARRT OR RDMS Certification (or meets Education Requirements from accredited RDMS program)

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)

• ARRT should have one year of RDMS experience (preferred)

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.