Sonographer

Mercy Health Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Certification reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-demand pay

Education opportunities

Recognition events

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a qualified sonographer to perform fetal ultrasound examinations across OB/GYN/MFM offices in the Rockford region. You will document findings in the digital system and communicate results to the interpreting physician.

The role requires graduation from an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program and ARDMS certification, with obstetrical ultrasound experience preferred. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and patient care at Mercyhealth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program.
• Obstetrical ultrasound experience preferred; high-risk perinatal experience a plus.
• Ability to learn protocols and work at 1 of 5 OB/GYN/MFM offices in the Rockford region.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned fetal ultrasound examinations.
• Document thoroughly in the digital reporting software.
• Communicate history and findings to interpreting Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician.
• Operate ultrasound transducers and adjust settings to ensure patient safety and image quality (ALARA).
• Participate in department quality assurance meetings.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.
• Evaluate equipment and place work orders when needed.
• Collaborate with team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Stress management

Multitasking

Education

Accredited diagnostic medical sonography program

ARDMS certification

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performance of assigned fetal ultrasound examinations.
• Provides thorough and accurate documentation in the digital reporting software.
• Effective communication of verbal history and findings to interpreting Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician.
• Select and operate appropriate ultrasound transducers and adjust technical factors to guarantee patient safety while still obtaining the highest quality ultrasound image possible (abiding by the ALARA, as low as reasonably achievable, principle).
• Participation in department quality assurance meetings.
• Consistently follow established safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of current High-Risk Obstetrical ultrasound practice and guidelines.
• Evaluate equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition and place appropriate work orders when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with other partners to provide the utmost quality in patient care and satisfaction.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program. Obstetrical ultrasound experience preferred with high-risk of perinatal sonography experience a plus.

Ability to learn protocols and systems so that one can work at a minimum of 1 of the 5 OB/GYN/MFM ultrasound offices in the Rockford region of Mercyhealth System.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Current CPR certification

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong organizational skills

Basic PC skills

Ability to manage stress appropriately

Ability to make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

N/A

PAY RANGE:

$36.56 - $54.85

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women