Ultrasound Tech - Part Time First Shift

Valley Health; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program membership

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking an Ultrasound Tech to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures for diverse patients from neonatal to geriatric. The role requires specific certifications including ARDMS in at least one specialty and BLS from the American Heart Association. Candidates should have completed an accredited Sonography program, and experience in clinical diagnostic ultrasound is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Sonography program.
• Years of clinical diagnostic ultrasound experience preferred.
• ARDMS Certification in at least (1) specialty required.
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association required.
• Additional RDMS certification as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures for patients.
• Produce diagnostic ultrasound images following protocols.
• Interact with patients and staff professionally.

Skills

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Competence in performing ultrasound procedures

Ability to operate ultrasound equipment

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Education

Completion of an accredited Sonography program

Job description

Job Description

The Ultrasound Tech performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures and provides high quality care for patients of all ages from neonatal to geriatric. Works in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment with reliance on your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. Produces diagnostic ultrasound images in accordance with department scanning protocols under the general supervision of a Radiologist. Interacts with patients, physicians and staff in a professional and friendly manner.

Department

RADIOLOGY - MAIN DEPT - 557040

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

156

Education

Satisfactory completion of an accredited Sonography program.

Experience

• Years of clinical diagnostic ultrasound experience is preferred.

Certification & Licensures

• ARDMS Certification in at least (1) speciality required
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) – American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) – AHA approved required*
• Additional RDMS certification in which the department is accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) in accordance with the accrediting body’s guidelines.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology for accurate medical diagnosis as associated with ultrasound.
• Competence in performing all types of general ultrasound procedures and services.
• Ability to effectively operate all equipment utilized within the scope of a sonographer.
• Accountability and attention to detail in the performance of duties.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Physical Demands

13 A Imaging

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.