Full-Time Multispecialty Diagnostic Sonographer

Northwestern Medicine; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Multispecialty Sonographer for a full-time role at the Grayslake Outpatient and Freestanding ER. The schedule is Sunday to Thursday, 10:30p to 7am, with on-call and holiday rotation.

You will perform comprehensive ultrasound studies and provide patient education while adhering to high standards of care. The ideal candidate demonstrates ARDMS certification in multiple areas, completion of an accredited diagnostic sonography program, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic sonography program or current ARDMS certification applicable to the clinical area of practice at the time of hire.
• Certified in two American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS) areas and one additional ARDMS certification obtained within one year of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations across multiple specialties, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK.
• Review and evaluate imaging requests and patient history to determine appropriate examination protocols and techniques.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and accessories to produce high-quality diagnostic images while minimizing patient exposure.
• Provide patient education before, during, and after procedures to reduce anxiety and improve comfort and cooperation.
• Assess and care for patients throughout the procedure in accordance with department, hospital, and age-specific patient care standards.
• Observe, evaluate, and communicate pertinent clinical findings to radiologists and ordering providers to support diagnosis and treatment.
• Prepare examination rooms and perform setup and sterile tray preparation, including procedure-specific supplies, medications, guide wires, catheters, and ancillary equipment.
• Assist with patient positioning, lifting, and transport to and from imaging areas as required.
• Accurately document imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to ensure correct patient records, image tracking, and billing.
• Transmit completed studies to PACS and other imaging systems using correct accession numbers.
• Prepare preliminary findings or reports in designated reporting systems and route to interpreting physicians as required.
• Perform vascular ultrasound studies, including lower extremity venous duplex examinations, in accordance with vascular laboratory protocols.
• Communicate acute or critical findings promptly to the ordering provider and document notifications per policy.
• Manage daily worklists and prioritize examinations according to clinical urgency and accepted practices.
• Maintain supply inventory in imaging areas, ensuring availability, proper rotation, and a clean, organized environment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or performance concerns promptly to leadership.
• Support departmental quality improvement initiatives through data collection and process improvement efforts.
• Facilitate continuity of care through effective collaboration with internal and external departments and provider offices.
• Maintain satisfactory productivity, image quality, and customer service standards.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required professional certifications.
• Provide clinical instruction and supervision to students enrolled in accredited ultrasound programs, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goal

Education

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic sonography program

ARDMS certification in two areas and one additional ARDMS certification within one year of hire

BLS

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Multispecialty Sonographer for a full-time role at the Grayslake Outpatient and Freestanding ER. The schedule is Sunday to Thursday, 10:30p to 7am, with on-call and holiday rotation.

You will perform comprehensive ultrasound studies and provide patient education while adhering to high standards of care. The ideal candidate demonstrates ARDMS certification in multiple areas, completion of an accredited diagnostic sonography program, and BLS.