Ultrasound Technologist KAL

Job description

Beacon Health System is hiring a Part-time Day shift Ultrasound Technician at Beacon Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, MI.
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.
At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Beacon Kalamazoo
Beacon Kalamazoo provides 24/7 emergency care and a Level II Trauma Center. We deliver care for serious life-threatening injuries/illnesses, and your everyday health needs, including labor and delivery. We offer specialty care for heart/vascular disease, lung and sleep disorders, mental health conditions, and women’s health. We offer a wide range of outpatient services, including diagnostic imaging, lab tests, respiratory therapy and rehabilitation therapy services.
What You’ll Do
As an Ultrasound Technician, you’ll report to the Supervisor/Manager. You will perform diagnostic medical sonography including abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, as well as vascular sonography. The Ultrasound Tech follows protocols, policies, and procedures as directed by the radiologist and/or supervising technologist. You will ensure quality patient care is provided.
Ultrasound Technician Job Responsibilities
• Performs all ultrasound examinations according to department protocols, policies and procedures while ensuring appropriate and quality care.
• Obtains pertinent clinical history for the reading radiologist, communicating with referring physicians and other healthcare personnel and providing phone reports, when indicated.
• Explains and includes the patient in their procedure.
• Prepares images on PACS.
• Accurately completes associated worksheets or reporting template for the reading radiologist.
• Applies the appropriate charges.
• Contributes to the overall effectiveness of the department:
• Maintains ARDMS/ARRT(S) certification
• Orients new staff and students to work areas upon request.
• Accurately badges daily clocking-ins, YTO/PTO, holidays and call (or timely completion of add-clocking in Active Staffer, with maximum of 10 per year).
• Cleans and maintains equipment, reporting any equipment malfunctions to the Supervisor/Manager.
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

What You Bring
You bring a Familiarity with Ultrasound equipment and with human anatomy and cross-section required. You have limited clinical skills and sterile techniques. ARDMS or ARRT (S) registry is required - requires continuing education credits.
Required Qualifications
• Successful completion of ARDMS or ARRT (S). ARDMS or ARRT (S) is required to maintain position.
• Abdomen, OB/GYN certification is preferred.
• Six months ultrasound experience is preferred.