Sonographer (Nights)

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Illinois seeks an experienced ultrasound technologist to perform abdominal, small parts, obstetrical, and vascular studies for adult and pediatric patients. The sonographer may assist with needle procedures such as biopsies and drainages.

Responsibilities include ensuring equipment functionality, conducting imaging examinations independently, and documenting procedures accurately.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a trade school.
• Certification as RDMS or equivalent.
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience; CPR certification; RDCS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ultrasound equipment is functioning and calibrated.
• Conduct imaging examinations independently.
• Document procedures accurately.
• May require on-call work, portable exams, and coverage at various sites.

Skills

Ultrasound equipment operation

Independent studies

Education

Associate degree or trade school

RDMS certification

Job description

This position involves performing ultrasound imaging procedures, including abdominal, small parts, obstetrical, and vascular studies, to assist in diagnosis and treatment for adult and pediatric patients. The sonographer may also assist with needle procedures such as biopsies and drainages.

Key responsibilities include ensuring equipment functionality, conducting imaging examinations independently, and accurately documenting procedures. The role may require on-call work, portable exams, and coverage at various sites.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent from a trade school
• Certification as RDMS or equivalent
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience, CPR certification, RDCS or equivalent

Skills & Attributes:

• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment effectively
• Capability to perform studies independently and adapt to on-call or portable work

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and other resources to support well-being. The role emphasizes quality patient care close to home in a full-service hospital environment.