University of Michigan

Ultrasound Technologist

University of Michigan$78K — $113K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers required within 6 months of hire
  • Certification of Abdomen and OB-GYN required within 12 months of hire
  • Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program preferred
  • Active ARDMS certification in ABD and OB-GYN highly desirable
  • 1 year of experience in an inpatient hospital environment preferred

Responsibilities

  • Select and set up ultrasound equipment per examination specifications
  • Review patients' clinical histories before exams
  • Explain ultrasound processes and assist with patient positioning
  • Adjust equipment controls according to specific orders
  • Produce visual images for permanent internal examinations
  • Perform routine maintenance on ultrasound equipment
  • Discuss scan results with radiologists

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one
  • 2:1 match on retirement savings contributions
Full Job Description
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.

Job Summary

This position will cover all Michigan Medicine Ultrasound Locations and will include any of the following shifts: Weekdays with weekend evening/night rotation.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for the performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography while demonstrating exceptional patient care.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for daily operations of the sonographic department, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

Responsibilities*

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
To perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician; and to select and set up ultrasound equipment.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential:
Select equipment for use in ultrasound and set up according to specifications of examinations.
Review patient's clinical history.
Explain processes to patients and assist in positioning patients for required scan.
Adjust equipment controls according to specific orders and areas of the body to be examined.
Operate ultrasound diagnostic equipment, observing sound wave display screen to note ultrasonic pattern produced.
Produce visual images of organs shown on display module to obtain permanent records of internal examination.
Attach identification tag to photographs or recorder printout.

Set up and adjust equipment using operator tuning adjustment.
Perform operator maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
Train, instruct and demonstrate the operation of the ultrasound equipment to staff, medical students, physicians, and other professional medical personnel.
Maintain necessary records concerning patients.
Discuss scan results with radiologists.
Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.

RELATED DUTIES
Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision is received from a physician or designated supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXCERCISED
Functional supervision may be exercised over assigned assistants.

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

Required Qualifications*
  • Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is necessary within 6 months of hire date.
  • Certification of Abdomen and OB-GYN is required within 12 months of hire date.

Desired Qualifications*
  • Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
  • Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in both ABD and OB-GYN.
  • 1-year Inpatient hospital environment.
  • Some knowledge of human anatomy is desirable.

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 .

Work Schedule

Weekday shift position with weekend night rotation, 40 hours per week

Work Locations

University Hospital

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.

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

282483

Working Title

Ultrasound Technologist

Job Title

Ultrasound Technologist

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Radiology UH

Posting Begin/End Date

9/03/2026 - 9/10/2026

Salary

$78,478.40 - $113,921.60

Career Interest

Patient Care Services
Radiology

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan system. The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 in Detroit, as the Catholepistemiad, or University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state. The school moved to Ann Arbor in 1837 onto 40 acres (16 ha) of what is now known as Central Campus. Since its establishment in Ann Arbor, the university campus has expanded to include more than 584 major buildings with a combined area of more than 34 million gross square feet (781 acres or 3.16 km²), and has two satellite campuses located in Flint and Dearborn. The University of Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
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