Ultrasonographer (CAAHEP)

SwedishAmerican Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Disability insurance

Paternity leave

Tuition assistance

On-site daycare

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

UW Health Swedish American Hospital in northern Illinois seeks a diagnostic medical sonographer for 100% FTE. The role requires ARDMS certification in abdomen/OB-Gyn, SPI exam completion, and CPR within three months.

Prior sonography experience and a completed accredited program are required. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, disability insurance, paternity leave, and tuition assistance, with additional on-site

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited school of diagnostic medical sonography.
• Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification within three (3) months of hire.
• Registered by ARDMS in abdomen and OB/Gyn within 12 months of hire.
• Must have passed Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) exam before start date.
• Registered by ARDMS in abdomen, OB/Gyn and vascular. Preferred

Skills

Healthcare experience

Sonography skills

Education

Accredited school of diagnostic medical sonography

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, Monday-Friday 12:30pm-9pm rotating holidays, you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
• Overtime
• On-call pay

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited school of diagnostic medical sonography. Required
• Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required

Work Experience

• Previous healthcare experience. Required
• Experience as a sonographer. Preferred
• Two years of clinical experience. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification required within three (3) months of hire. Required
• Registered by ARDMS in abdomen and OB/Gyn within 12 months of hire. Required
• Must have passed Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) exam before start date. Required
• Registered by ARDMS in abdomen, OB/Gyn and Vascular. Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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