Sonographer

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Sherman Hospital is seeking a per diem Ultrasound Technologist for per diem registry coverage. The role requires performing abdomen/OB/gynecology, vascular and small parts exams with minimal supervision and ensuring high-quality images for radiologist interpretation.

The position involves holiday, overnight, and weekend coverage, with rotating shifts and integration into a busy ultrasound department. Certification and registry readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Ultrasound.
• Registered in Abdomen or OB within one year of hire.
• CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of ultrasound procedures (general, OB/GYNE, vascular, small parts) per protocol.
• Provide optimal images for diagnostic non-invasive assessment with minimal supervision.
• Assist physicians during invasive procedures, adhering to sterile techniques.
• Read department protocols to learn other exams and correlate with prior studies.
• Communicate with lead technologist and radiologist for interpretation and reporting.

Skills

Abdomen/ OB exams

RVT registry is a plus

CPR Certification

Team collaboration

Education

AMA approved School of Ultrasound

Job description

Department: 36320 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Ultrasound

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: 0

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Registry. Includes holidays/overnight/weekend rotation.

Pay Range: $41.10 - $61.65

Location: Advocate Sherman Hospital - 1425 N Randall Rd

Hours: Per Diem - This registry role will cover FMLA and PTO staff

Scheduling: Will include holiday, overnight, and weekends

Shift: May work various shifts for coverage

Major Responsibilities:

• Performance of a wide variety of general, OB/GYNE, vascular and small parts ultrasound procedures in compliance with ultrasound protocol.
• With minimum supervision, provides optimal, complete and accurate images for diagnostic non-invasive assessment of the abdomen, pelvis, pregnancy, small parts.
• Learns to assist physicians during invasive procedures, adhering to sterile techniques.
• Reads the department protocol for different procedures to learn other exams
• Works closely with charge technologist to have his/her images checked prior to calling the Radiologist for interpretation of exams.
• Documentation of patient history, and images for analysis and interpretation. Reviews patient charts for medical information.
• Correlate current exam data with that from the patient’s prior exams.
• By utilizing AIDET, explains test procedures to patient to reduce anxiety.
• Learn the functions of the Radnet and Cerner.
• Communicates and/or Fax “STAT” and Call Reports reports to physician offices, nursing units, and Emergency Department upon request.
• Learn the aspects and functionality of PACS system
• Ensures a secure and safe patient and work environment.
• Complies with OSHA Standards for infection control to prevent cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
• Maintains policies for cleaning of equipment including all probes and filters.
• Cleans, prepares, and sanitizes machines, transducers and endocavity transducers according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection control standards.
• Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department.
• Interacts closely with the Ultrasound Lead Technologist to provide for smooth daily operation of the department.
• Helps in answering telephone, creating the daily workflow, putting supplies away, etc. as needed
• Demonstrates reliability for attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for change
• Attends regularly scheduled Ultrasound Department meetings and in-services.
• Works as a team member.
• Responsible for staying abreast of the latest ultrasound developments. Obtains required amount of CME\'s to uphold registry or registires.
• Spends time on his/her own reading and preparing for certification in OB/ABD
• At all times the technologist will serve the health needs of patients in his/her care in a manner reflecting the holistic philosophy of Advocate, i.e. the values of compassion, equality, excellence, partnership and stewardship.
• Follows all standards of behavior taught during the orientation process.
• Watches videos and tapes as suggested by the Department Lead
• Attends continuing education seminars. Maintains industry standards by taking required amount of CME\'s
• Helps maintain department accreditation by following the procedure protocol closely.

Education/Experience Required:
Graduate of AMA approved School of Ultrasound.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Be able to perform Abdomen/ OB exams with some supervision. All exams are checked by a charge technologist prior to an interpretation by the Radiologist.
Registered in either Abdomen or OB and must be registered in within one year of hire.

RVT registry is a plus.

CPR Certification.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Requires good judgement, needs reliability, responsibility, independent thought and action. Extreme flexibility in working hours and on-call rotation.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies. It employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Advocate Health is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.