Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Cook County Health & Hospitals System in Chicago is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform general and arterial ultrasound exams, operate ultrasound equipment, and produce high-quality images for radiologist interpretation.

The position requires ARDMS certification or eligibility, 1 year of ultrasound experience, and CPR/BLS certification. Shift is 8:00 AM–4:00 PM with alternate weekend rotation; compensation aligns with union scales.

Qualifications

• ARDMS certification or eligibility; ARRT registration (must provide at interview)
• 1 year of full-time imaging experience in diagnostic ultrasound
• Training in diagnostic ultrasound including Doppler and color imaging

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment and perform all types of ultrasound exams
• Communicate with medical staff and patients regarding procedures
• Transmit images via PACS and ensure timely entry into Radnet (within 24 hours)
• Position patients and prepare room/equipment for procedures
• Maintain infection control and equipment calibration standards

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Communication skills

Doppler imaging

Education

ARDMS certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Radnet

PACS

Job description

Cook County Health & Hospitals System in Chicago is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform general and arterial ultrasound exams, operate ultrasound equipment, and produce high-quality images for radiologist interpretation.

The position requires ARDMS certification or eligibility, 1 year of ultrasound experience, and CPR/BLS certification. Shift is 8:00 AM–4:00 PM with alternate weekend rotation; compensation aligns with union scales.