Mammography Technologist/ Ultrasound Technologist- Sign On Bonus

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

To perform and communicate results of both diagnostic and screening mammograms and/or breast ultrasound exams including performing mammogram and/or ultrasound guidance while assisting in breast procedures. The breast imaging technologist is responsible for independent operation of the mammographic and/or sonographic equipment.

The breast imaging technologist is responsible for the daily operations of breast mammograms and/or ultrasounds and procedures. Monitoring/ensuring equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures and ongoing assessment to ensure quality is a critical function of this position. Or to perform mammography related procedures by operating X-ray equipment to make images of designated areas and evaluate the technical quality of images.

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.

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

Responsibilities*

•          Independently perform clinical assessment and breast mammogram and/or sonography examinations with minimal supervision
•          Demonstrates mammography and/or sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to patient for anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information and images.
•          Demonstrates independent judgment to acquire the optimum breast imaging information in each examination performed.
•          Demonstrates ability to evaluate images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded and correct imaging protocol is followed.
•          Demonstrates ability to operate mammographic and/or sonographic equipment effectively
•          Demonstrates ability to consistently acquire high quality images, demonstrates overall excellent quality work
•          Demonstrate ability to evaluate and communicate breast information to the attending physician.
•          Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with the patient and health care team, recognizing the special needs of each patient.
•          Or performs mammography exams and procedures which may take between 15 to 90 minutes.

Required Qualifications*

Active certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS, BR) in Breast

or

Active certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, BS) with advanced certification in Breast Ultrasound

Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for Breast Ultrasound.

Current BCLS Certification

Ultrasound Technologist:

•          Graduation from an ultrasonographic training program is necessary.
•          Graduation from a School of Radiologic Technology is desirable.
•          Some knowledge of human anatomy is desirable.
•          Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology is necessary.
•          Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is necessary.
•          This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Mammography Technologist:

•          Graduation from a school of radiologic technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
•          Registration by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is necessary.
•          Certification in Diagnostic Mammography is necessary.
•          This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Work Locations

Rogel Cancer Center

48109

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

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/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.