Ultrasound Technologist: Diagnostic Imaging Expert

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Chicago seeks a Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound exams with a focus on image quality and patient safety. The role includes operating ultrasound equipment, assisting radiologists, and maintaining documentation.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, acquiring high-quality scans, and coordinating with the radiology team. ARDMS certification and BLS are required, with ongoing professional development encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduation from ARDMS-approved program and the required registrations.
• Certification in ARDMS for abdomen/OB-GYN and related duties within 3 months.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers in place or obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and select technical factors to obtain optimal quality ultrasound scans.
• Operate portable ultrasound equipment for bedside procedures as needed.
• Assist radiologists by suggesting factors to obtain optimal studies.
• Secure patient history and preserve accurate records for radiologist interpretation.

Skills

Patient positioning

Ultrasound imaging

Team collaboration

CPR/BLS knowledge

Education

ARDMS certification (RDMS)

BLS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Chicago seeks a Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound exams with a focus on image quality and patient safety. The role includes operating ultrasound equipment, assisting radiologists, and maintaining documentation.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, acquiring high-quality scans, and coordinating with the radiology team. ARDMS certification and BLS are required, with ongoing professional development encouraged.