Ultrasound Technologist - Flexible Hours & On-Call

Advocate Health; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Downers Grove, IL, seeks an experienced ultrasound technologist to position patients, operate portable ultrasound equipment, and assist radiologists for optimal imaging results. The role requires ARDMS certification or progress toward it and BLS, with a focus on patient safety and accurate documentation.

The candidate will collaborate with physicians to determine suitable technical factors and ensure high-quality exams, while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ultrasound

Qualifications

• Graduation from a program approved by ARDMS.
• Certification in ARDMS for Abdomen and OB/GYN preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 6 months if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and select technical factors for high-quality scans.
• Operate portable ultrasound equipment for procedures.
• Assist physicians with study optimization by selecting technical parameters.
• Obtain pertinent patient history to inform radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain safety standards and incident reporting.
• Prepare ultrasound rooms and ensure necessary equipment and supplies are ready.

Skills

Patient positioning

Equipment operation

Interpersonal communication

Education

ARDMS-approved program graduation

BLS certification

Tools

Portable ultrasound equipment

PACS/HIS familiarity

Job description

Advocate Health in Downers Grove, IL, seeks an experienced ultrasound technologist to position patients, operate portable ultrasound equipment, and assist radiologists for optimal imaging results. The role requires ARDMS certification or progress toward it and BLS, with a focus on patient safety and accurate documentation.

The candidate will collaborate with physicians to determine suitable technical factors and ensure high-quality exams, while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ultrasound