Ultrasound Technologist - Flexible Hours & On-Call

Advocate Health Care; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Libertyville is seeking an ultrasound technologist to perform ultrasound examinations per department protocols and ACR standards, using proper imaging techniques to ensure optimal quality.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, assisting physicians, operating portable equipment, documenting histories, communicating STAT reports, maintaining safety and CPR/ARDMS requirements, and supporting the Ultrasound Department daily operations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Ultrasound.
• Able to make diagnostic judgments and present to Radiologist.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• ARDMS certification within 1 year of graduation.
• Current Advocate associates must be ARDMS certified within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations according to department protocols and ACR standards.
• Position patient, adjust equipment, and immobilize patients for quality exams.
• Assist physician during invasive procedures with sterile techniques.
• Operate portable ultrasound equipment for hospital-wide procedures.
• Document pertinent history; communicate STAT reports to physicians.
• Maintain safety standards and infection control; CPR and OSHA compliance.
• Provide technical support and coordinate daily ultrasound department operations.
• Attend in-services and ensure exam accuracy and patient identification.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Sterile technique

Communication

On-call readiness

Team collaboration

Education

AMA approved School of Ultrasound

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

PACs system

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Libertyville is seeking an ultrasound technologist to perform ultrasound examinations per department protocols and ACR standards, using proper imaging techniques to ensure optimal quality.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, assisting physicians, operating portable equipment, documenting histories, communicating STAT reports, maintaining safety and CPR/ARDMS requirements, and supporting the Ultrasound Department daily operations.