Ultrasound Technologist KAL

Beacon Health System is hiring a PRN 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 and RVT certifications are preferred.   

• Six months ultrasound experience is preferred.