Ultrasound Technologist

Jobtailor; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois is seeking a skilled ultrasound technologist to perform high-quality vascular ultrasound examinations and imaging in a patient-centered environment. You will operate PACS, Merge, and EMR systems while ensuring patient safety and comfort according to established protocols.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s degree or certificate in Radiology/Ultrasound, be RMDS or ARRT (S) registered or eligible, and pursue RVT/RVS/ARRT (VS) certification within stated timeframes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Radiology/Ultrasound or a certificate program is required.
• RMDS or ARRT (S) registration or eligible for registry.
• Registry-eligible candidates must pass ARDMS SPI exam and a specialty exam within 6 months.
• Vascular certification with RVT, RVS, or ARRT (VS) within 1 year where applicable.
• BLS certification is required.
• Cardio-Vascular Department candidates must obtain RVT/RVS/ARRT (VS) within 6–12 months.
• Breast Center candidates must meet RDMS/ARRT/mammography/IEMA requirements within timeframes.
• 1–3 years of vascular sonography experience preferred for vascular roles.
• 1–3 years of sonography experience preferred for role 20360.
• Experience with PACS, Merge, and EMR systems.
• Ability to maintain IV/Contrast competency where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations per established protocols.
• Produce diagnostic images of arterial and venous systems.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort and comply with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Utilize PACS, Merge, and EMR systems to support operations.
• Maintain IV/contrast competency where required.
• Follow protocols for patient positioning, exposure control, and radiation protection.
• Communicate with all members of the patient-care team.
• Clean and inspect departmental equipment and imaging rooms.

Skills

Vascular ultrasound

Non-invasive ultrasound

Patient care

Customer service

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiology/Ultrasound or certificate program

RMDS or ARRT (S) registered

RVT Certification

RVS Certification

ARRT (VS) Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

PACS

Merge

EMR systems

Job description

• Perform a variety of duties related to imaging patients and ensuring smooth Ultrasound department operations
• Provide appropriate levels of patient care and customer service
• Perform high-quality, non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations according to established protocols
• Produce diagnostic images of arterial and venous systems
• Ensure patient safety and comfort and comply with regulatory and quality requirements
• Perform high-quality, non-invasive ultrasound examinations according to established protocols
• Perform ultrasound and radiography exams as appropriate
• Utilize PACS, Merge, and EMR systems
• Maintain appropriate IV/Contrast competency where required
• Follow protocols for patient positioning, exposure control, and radiation protection
• Communicate with everyone involved in patient care
• Clean and inspect departmental equipment
• Clean and stock imaging and examination rooms

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiology/Ultrasound or a Certificate Program in Radiology/Ultrasound
• RMDS or ARRT (S) registered or registry eligible
• Registry-eligible candidates must provide proof of passing the ARDMS SPI exam before the start date and pass a corresponding specialty exam within six months of hire
• Vascular certification with RVT, RVS, or ARRT (VS) within one year of hire, where applicable
• BLS certification
• Cardio-Vascular Department candidates must be registry eligible and obtain RVT, RVS, or ARRT (VS) within 6–12 months of hire
• Breast Center candidates must meet applicable RDMS, ARRT, mammography, IEMA Radiography Accreditation, and BLS requirements within stated timeframes
• 1–3 years of vascular sonography experience preferred for specified vascular roles
• 1–3 years of sonography experience preferred for role 20360
• Experience with PACS, Merge, and EMR systems
• Ability to maintain IV/Contrast competency where required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in performing high-quality vascular ultrasound examinations and ensuring patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols. Proficient in utilizing PACS, Merge, and EMR systems to support efficient department operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Vascular Ultrasound Examinations
• PACS Utilization
• BLS Certification
• IV/Contrast Competency
• Sonography Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Vascular Ultrasound
• Non-Invasive Ultrasound
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Patient Positioning
• Radiation Protection

Soft Skills

• Patient Care
• Customer Service
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Radiology/Ultrasound
• RMDS or ARRT (S) Registered
• RVT Certification
• RVS Certification
• ARRT (VS) Certification
• BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Vascular Sonography
• Quality Requirements
• Regulatory Compliance
• Imaging Department Operations

Tools & Technologies

• PACS
• Merge
• EMR Systems