Cardiac Sonographer (Echo) - Full-Time, Days

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Chicago Medicine in Orland Park is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer I to perform transthoracic and stress echocardiography under supervision, preparing patients and obtaining high-quality images.

The role requires ARDMS or CCI certification, BLS, and 1–5 years of ultrasound experience with CW Doppler. High school diploma or equivalent is required. This is a full-time, onsite day shift position in the Echo unit.

Qualifikationen

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• ARDMS or CCI certification required; pass the registry within one year of hire.
• BLS certification through AHA required; ARDMS/CCI registry.
• 1–5 years experience in ultrasound procedures and CW Doppler.
• Ability to prepare quantitative echocardiographic measurements.
• Strong interpretation skills for comprehensive exams.

Aufgaben

• Prepare patients for cardiac ultrasound exams and perform transthoracic echocardiography.
• Perform complete cardiac ultrasound and stress testing.
• Use ISCV system for measurements and archiving.
• Review indications and previous studies to answer physician questions; communicate with patients respectfully.
• Participate in process-improvement activities.
• Engage in research/publications to stay current in the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

CW Doppler

Echo imaging

Interpretation

Patient communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARDMS/CCI certification

BLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Cardiac Sonographer (Echo) - Full-Time, Days

IL, United States

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic health-caresystem at UChicago Medicine as a Cardiac Sonographer I in the EchoDepartment at our Orland Park location.

The Cardiac Sonographer I prepares patients for Transthoracic echo and Stress Echo procedures, reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician. Performs all aspects of echocardiographic imaging under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III and under the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging Laboratory.

Essential Job Functions:

Prepare patients for cardiac ultrasound examinations. Performs complete cardiac ultrasound examinations and stress testing. Uses ISCV digital archiving system for measurements.

Preparing patients for Transthoracic echo reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician, and communicates with patients, customers, and staff in a respectful and compassionate manner

Actively participates in process improvement activities

Involved in research and publications to be at the cutting edge of the field

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent


• Accreditation with ARDMS or CCI. Passed boards.


• From 1 to 5 years experience required in ultrasound procedures equipment, CW Doppler, and related anatomy and pathological conditions of the heart, valves, pericardium, and blood vessels.


• BLS certification through The American Heart Association and Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and pass the registry within one year of hire.


• Prepare quantitative echocardiographic measurements for reporting.


• Interpretation skills to facilitate a comprehensive examination and an accurate preliminary interpretation


• Independently perform a complete transthoracic examination with appropriate use of contrast when necessary.


• Computer literate in order to work with applicable software.


• Demonstrates responsibility for checking orders and obtaining orders for testing.


• Job Type/FTE: Full Time, 1.00FTE


• Shift: Days


• Work Location: Onsite


• Unit/Department: Echo


• CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.