Ultrasound Tech

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare, St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL, seeks an Ultrasound Technologist for per diem coverage in the Imaging department.

The role requires performing a wide range of ultrasound exams, producing high-quality images for interpretation, and ensuring proper patient positioning and equipment setup. Candidates should have graduated from an accredited ultrasound program or hold a current certificate, hold RDMS/ARDMS or ARRT credentials, be prepared to complete a specialty within a year,

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited ultrasound program or hold a current certificate.
• Certification in RDMS/ARDMS or ARRT (S) with Physics SPI and one specialty; within 1 year of hire.
• Previous ultrasound experience is preferred.
• BCLS certification required upon hire and to be maintained.
• Proficient computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all ultrasound exams with competency and produce diagnostic scans for interpretation.
• Position patient and equipment and obtain appropriate recordings.
• Process and transmit images to PACS.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

RDMS/ARDMS or ARRT (S) certification

Education

Graduate from accredited Ultrasound Program

BCLS certification

Experience preferred

Job description

Overview

• Department: Imaging
• Schedule: Per Diem
• Facility: Prime Healthcare- St Mary's Hospital
• Location: 500 W Court, Kankakee IL

Responsibilities

Ultrasound Technologist demonstrates competency in performing all ultrasound exams, ensuring proficiency in producing technical and diagnostic scans for interpretation. Positions patient and equipment and produce an appropriate recording. The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for processing and transmission of Images to PACS.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound Program or current certificate.

2. RDMS (ARDMS) or S (ARRT) certification in [Physics [SPI], and 1 Specialty exam [AB, BR, FE, OB/GYN, or PS] to be completed within one (1) year of hire and maintained throughout employment.

3. Previous experience preferred.

4. Current BCLS certificate required upon hire and maintain current.

5. Proficient computer skills.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $44.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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