Description

Positions Location: Carson City, MI

 
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:  

Produces ultrasonic recordings of the heart for use by the Cardiologist in the diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction to patients as assigned by supervisors and given on the physician's written order for both in house and out patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis.  Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

* Appropriately selects and uses equipment in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination

* Accurately explains process to patient and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination

* Supervises and trains student sonographers as requested

* Communicates with, assists, and reviews images with Cardiologist as needed or requested

* Responsible for keeping all ultrasound equipment

* Collects QI data as necessary

* May be required to perform other diagnostic procedures. Diagnostic procedures may include, cardiac stress testing, cardiac event monitoring, Echocardiograms, Electroencephalograms, Holter monitoring, and Electrocardiograms

Job Requirements

General Requirements    
     Registered with RDMS or CCI or registry eligible and successfully pass the registry within (1) year of employment
     BLS 
     Preferred - ACLS    

Work Experience    
     None
     Preferred - One year experience as a cardiac sonographer
    

Education    
     Accredited ultrasound or echocardiography program or an equivalent    

Specialized Knowledge and Skills    
     Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.    

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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