PRN Multispecialty Sonographer – Flexible Shifts

Northwesternmedicine; Lake Forest (IL); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital seeks a diagnostic sonographer for a casual (as needed) position. The role covers abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK ultrasound with patient education and high-quality imaging. A two-area ARDMS certification plus another within a year, and BLS are required.

Background checks apply. The candidate will be part of a collaborative imaging team, ensuring imaging consistency, accurate documentation, and timely communication of findings.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic sonography program.
• Certified in two ARDMS areas and one additional ARDMS certification obtained within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsabilidades

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations across abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and ensure high-quality images while minimizing patient exposure.
• Provide patient education before, during, and after procedures to reduce anxiety and improve comfort.
• Prepare examination rooms and sterile tray preparation as required.
• Transmit studies to PACS and other systems using correct accession numbers.
• Document procedures accurately for patient records and billing.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required certifications.

Educación

Graduation from an accredited diagnostic sonography program

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

Descripción del empleo

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital seeks a diagnostic sonographer for a casual (as needed) position. The role covers abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK ultrasound with patient education and high-quality imaging. A two-area ARDMS certification plus another within a year, and BLS are required.

Background checks apply. The candidate will be part of a collaborative imaging team, ensuring imaging consistency, accurate documentation, and timely communication of findings.