Cardiac Sonographer Cardiac Testing Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer for full-time daytime shifts. The role involves producing images and diagnostic tests of designated cardiac areas to aid radiologists and cardiologists, with responsibilities including equipment operation, quality control, patient prep, and documentation.

Required ARDMS Echo certification or registry eligibility with RVT and ongoing patient-centered care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review procedure requisitions for appropriateness and document order completion in Hospital Information System.
• Document pertinent patient information according to department policies and provide procedure explanations to patients.
• Operate ultrasound imaging units and non-invasive physiologic units following established procedures.
• Prepare images for interpretation and ensure archive retention and quality control.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Education

ARDMS Echo Certification / Registered RVT

Job description

Cardiac Sonographer Cardiac Testing Full Time Days

• Full-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $41.20
• Salary Range Maximum: $55.62
• Compensation: USD 41.2 - USD 55.62 - hourly

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:

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

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.

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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.

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