Cardiac Sonographer — Day Shift Imaging Expert

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

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.