Medical Sonographer Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services; Ultrasound

Medical Sonographer Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services (Ultrasound)

Medical Sonographer Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services (Ultrasound)

Location
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Chicago, IL USA

Workplace Type
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On-Site

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $43.82 - 61.36 / Hourly Wage

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers.

It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

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This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

Medical Sonographers operate specialized equipment that transmits high frequency, ultrasound waves in order to produce images of the areas scanned. Sonographers in this series primarily scan abdominal, pelvic, lower and upper extremities areas of the body (such as the spleen, liver, pancreas, uterus, kidneys, or thyroid, etc.), or perform OB/GYN related procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs general ultrasound scans on anatomical regions such as abdomen, pelvis, and small parts
• Utilizes proper settings on the ultrasound equipment and patient tables for optimal scanning
• Assembles supply kits and instruments for exams such as thoracentesis, paracentesis and assists physicians with the performance of these procedures
• Cleans and disinfects transducers according to established infection control standards and manufacturer instructions for use
• Utilizes the electronic medical record and imaging information systems for processing, storing images and documentation
• Stock supplies in the rooms and alerts manager when inventory is low
• Confers with a radiologist to ensure complete acquisition and selection of images is performed
• Communicates with other clinical departments to coordinate patient care activities
• Instructs technical students and collaborates with residents
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Abdomen (AB) certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

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