Diagnostic Ultrasound Tech: General & Vascular Imaging

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Pension Plan and PSLF eligibility

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time

Job summary

Cook County Health in Chicago's John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County seeks an ultrasound technologist for the Radiology department. The role involves performing general and arterial ultrasound examinations and operating ultrasound equipment to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation.

Qualifications include ARDMS or ARRT certification, one year of ultrasound experience, Doppler/color imaging training, and CPR/BLS certification. Union pay applies under SEIU Local 73 agreement.

Qualifications

• ARDMS certification or eligibility must be obtained within one year of starting employment.
• ARRT registration must be provided at interview.
• One year of full-time ultrasound imaging experience required.
• Training in diagnostic ultrasonography including Doppler and color imaging.
• CPR with Basic Life Support certification required at interview.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment and performs general and arterial ultrasound examinations.
• Communicates with medical staff and patients; records accurate history.
• Produces quality images for radiologist interpretation.
• Transmits images via PACS and enters procedures in Radnet within 24 hours when systems are down.
• Maintains infection control and participates in quality control and equipment calibration.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

ARDMS certification or eligible

ARRT registration

CPR/BLS certification

One year ultrasound experience

Education

Training in diagnostic ultrasound including Doppler and color imaging

Tools

Radnet

PACS

Job description

Cook County Health in Chicago's John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County seeks an ultrasound technologist for the Radiology department. The role involves performing general and arterial ultrasound examinations and operating ultrasound equipment to produce quality images for radiologist interpretation.

Qualifications include ARDMS or ARRT certification, one year of ultrasound experience, Doppler/color imaging training, and CPR/BLS certification. Union pay applies under SEIU Local 73 agreement.