Cardiac Sonographer I

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer I for the Echo Department at our Orland Park campus. The role involves preparing patients for transthoracic and stress echocardiography, reviewing indications, and performing comprehensive imaging under supervision.

The position supports research and participates in continuous improvement within the lab. Essential duties include obtaining complete cardiac ultrasound examinations, using Doppler techniques, and maintaining clear communication with

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• ARDMS or CCI certification and boards passed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for cardiac ultrasound examinations and perform complete echo studies.
• Review indications and compare with prior studies; communicate results to referring physician.
• Participate in process improvements and research publications in the lab.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervising physicians.
• Operate Echo imaging equipment and ISCV archiving system.

Skills

CW Doppler

Echocardiography

Patient communication

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

ARDMS/CCI certification

Job description

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system 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.

Position Details:

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time, 1.00FTE
• Shift: Days
• Work Location: Onsite
• Unit/Department: Echo
• CBA Code: Non-Union