Ultrasound Technologist, Full Time, Weekend

Southern Illinois Healthcare; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) is seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist/Registered Sonographer to join the Ultrasound department in Carbondale, IL. The role focuses on vascular ultrasound with opportunities to expand echocardiography skills within the cardiovascular team.

Responsibilities include performing vascular ultrasound exams, using PACS/EMR, and maintaining safety and quality standards. RVT/RDMS dual registry or cardiac experience encouraged.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or certificate program in Radiology/Ultrasound.
• 1–3 years vascular sonography experience preferred (RVT).
• Dual registry (RVT/RDCS) or cardiac experience encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound and radiography exams as appropriate.
• Uses PACS and EMR systems.
• Maintains IV/Contrast competency where required.
• Follows protocols for patient positioning, exposure control and radiation safety.
• Communicates clearly with the care team.
• Cleans and inventories equipment and imaging rooms.
• Maintains department cleanliness and stock.

Skills

Vascular Ultrasound

RVT Certification

Cardiac Imaging

Education

Associate Degree or Ultrasound Certificate

Tools

PACS

EMR

IV/Contrast Competency

Job description

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Position Summary

• Responsible for performing a variety of duties in relation to imaging patients and ensuring smooth operations of the Ultrasound department while providing appropriate levels of patient care and customer service.

• The Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVT) performs high-quality, non‑invasive vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images of the arterial and venous systems, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements (10336, 10344, 20336, 20344).

• The Registered Sonographer (RDMS) performs high-quality, non‑invasive -ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements (20360).

Education

• Associates degree in Radiology/Ultrasound/Ultrasound or Certificate Program in Radiology/Ultrasound

Licenses and Certification

• Licenses and Certification (Excluding Breast Center locations 10363 and 20363):

• Licenses and Certification (Cardio‑Vascular Department 10336, 10344, 20336 and 20344):

• Licenses and Certifications (Breast Center locations only 10363, 20363):

Experience and Skills

• Technical Experience: n/a

• Technical Experience (10336, 10344, 20336, and 20344): 1‑3 years Vascular Sonography experience preferred (RVT only)

• (10336, 10344, 20336, and 20344): We are seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) to join our growing cardiovascular team. This role is primarily focused on vascular ultrasound; however, we strongly encourage applicants with dual registry (RVT/RDCS) or cardiac experience to apply. Opportunities to maintain and expand echocardiography skills are available within our department.

• Technical Experience (20360): 1‑3 years Sonography experience preferred

• (20360) We are seeking a Registered Technologist (RDMS) to join our growing team. This role is primarily focused on general ultrasound; however, we strongly encourage applicants with dual registry (RVT) to apply. Opportunities to maintain and expand skills are available within our department.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound and radiography exams as appropriate

• Utilizes PACS and EMR systems.

• Maintain appropriate IV/Contrast competency (Breast Center locations not required).

• Follows established protocols and procedures for proper patient position, exposure control, and radiation protection.

• Communicates clearly and effectively with all involved in the patient care process.

• Cleans and inspects departmental equipment

• Cleans and stocks Imaging rooms

Vascular Department:

• Performs vascular ultrasound exams as appropriate

• Utilizes Merge and EMR systems

• Maintains appropriate IV/Contrast competency (Echo only).

• Communicates clearly and effectively with all involved in patient care process

• Cleans and inspects departmental equipment

• Cleans and stocks exam rooms

Compensation (Commensurate with experience):

$34.43

To

$53.37

To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below:

http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits