Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To perform diagnostic procedures including transthoracic echocardiograms, color flow Doppler, spectral Doppler, 3D, Strain, stress echocardiograms utilizing treadmill and bicycle, stress echocardiograms utilizing pharmacological agents (Dobutamine), and assist with transesophageal echocardiograms, for both inpatient and outpatient populations.

Responsibilities*

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL:

• Selecting appropriate ultrasound equipment and ancillary equipment required by individual echo study. Set up procedure room.
• Assessment of echo orders to identify specific pathology requirements in imaging, as well as identify contrast requests.
• Contact requesting service and/or access patient clinical history when appropriateness of requested procedure is in question.
• Explain the procedure to the patient and instruct and assist patient in assuming physical positions for study. Respect patient physical ability, modesty, and comfort.
• Make every effort to provide patients with the best possible experience in the lab utilizing patience, comfort, careful explanation of the process, and a caring attitude. 
• Operate equipment to maximize image quality and data acquisition. Choose appropriate transducers, adjust control settings, and follow standard protocols to complete each study.
• Make decisions to involve other lab personnel (RN, Fellow, Attending) as needed to obtain a complete, optimal diagnostic study. Request contrast studies to optimize imaging and answer all diagnostic questions.
• Obtain IV access for ultrasound contrast administration.
• Measure, record, and save data as required for each procedure, including proper billing. Complete preliminary findings on report form.
• Assist physicians with invasive echo procedures (transesophageal echocardiograms) and ultrasound-guided procedures performed in the cath or electrophysiology labs. Measure, record, and save data as required.
• Monitor physiological status of patient when needed; assist in initiation and maintenance of emergency procedures.
• Follow guidelines in reporting critical findings to scheduled Lab Attending.
• Follow all Regulatory and Infection prevention guidelines and policies.
• Monitor inpatient work queues and schedule ad hoc.
• Perform data entry and report generation at the CVC and off-site clinics.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Ability to operate efficiently in a high functioning, teamwork atmosphere to decrease delays in patient care.

RELATED DUTIES:

• Maintain and clean equipment used in both invasive and non-invasive echo procedures, following established health and safety guidelines. Maintain and clean procedure rooms.
• Perform data entry specific to each procedure (patient demographics, billing, report maintenance).
• Assist in acquisition of data for clinical research protocols.
• Provide training/instruction on the operation of ultrasound equipment to other professional 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from the Adult Echo Lab administrative manager, Sonographer Supervisor, and Lead Tech.

Required Qualifications*

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Cardiac Sonographer Non-Invasive Technologist

• Associates Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be registry eligible.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired Qualifications*

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or Medical sonography with a specialty in Echocardiography is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidate must meet one of the following echocardiography credential criteria:
  • An ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
  • A CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
• Understands and demonstrates the core concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care (PFCC), including: Respect and Dignity, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Bachelor's Degree in medical ultrasound or related field.
• Experience with new echo technologies such as 3D or Strain Imaging.
• Experience with pediatric echocardiography or adult congenital echocardiography
• Wide variety of computer skills including, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrated accountability/dependability as evidenced, for example, by a stellar attendance record; by completion of mandatories and unit-based competencies within an established time frame; by meeting deadlines and completing required work.
• Always strives to be part of the solution rather than part of the problem by offering constructive, creative ideas.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.