Cardiac Sonographer Cardiac Testing Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our imaging team. Under general supervision, you will produce diagnostic ultrasound images and provide information to radiologists for interpretation, while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

You will review requisitions, operate ultrasound equipment, perform quality control, and document procedures in the hospital information system. ARDMS Echo and RVT certifications are required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Must hold ARDMS Echo certification or be registry eligible.
• Registered RVT is required.
• Experience with ultrasound imaging and patient assessment.

Responsibilities

• Review procedure requisitions for appropriateness and document order details.
• Document pertinent patient information according to department policies.
• Operate imaging equipment according to established procedures (Ultrasound units).
• Prepare images for interpretation and archive retention.
• Follow infection control procedures at all times.
• Maintain equipment and work area and perform quality control testing.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Equipment operation

Education

ARDMS Echo certification

RVT certification

Tools

Ultrasound machines

Job description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Under general supervision, produces images and/or diagnostic tests of designated anatomical areas as requested in order to provide the Radiologists /Cardiologist with diagnostic information.

Responsibilities:

1. Review procedure requisitions for appropriateness, document order completion in Hospital Information System.
2. Document pertinent patient information according to department policies. Includes procedure specific forms and history assessment.
3. Provide explanation of procedure, discharge information, and expectations of test completion and availability of results.
4. Operate imaging equipment according to established procedures, (Ultrasound units and non-invasive physiologic units.)
5. Prepare images for interpretation by completing required printing and post processing protocols for appropriate archive retention.
6. Utilize appropriate immobilization and safety techniques to protect patients from safety risks.
7. Meet the individual physical and mental needs of patients during procedures including comfort, privacy, confidentiality and timely communication.
8. Perform equipment calibrations and quality control testing.
9. Maintain work area and equipment by proper use, routine cleaning, and ensuring there are adequate supplies.
10. Maintain skills and knowledge to provide care appropriate to the age and ability of each patient.
11. Assist patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a friendly, cooperative manner.
12. Follow infection control procedures at all times.
13. Follow hospital policies for safety.Complies with specific department responsibilities during fire drills or alarms.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned.
15. Perform daily inspection of disinfection system in accordance with department policy.
16. Responsible for prompt reporting of any malfunction of equipment to supervisors.

Required:

Certification:

Must be registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Echo and a registered RVT.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.