Jackson Park Hospital is looking for an experienced Ultrasound Tech. We are a Safety Net Community Hospital.
Summary:
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.
Essential Responsibilities:
§ Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
§ Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
§ Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
§ Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
§ Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage.
§ Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
§ Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory.
§ Maintains a daily log of patients seen / completes exam billing forms.
§ Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
§ Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation.
§ Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies.
§ Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Education
§ Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
Required Licenses/Certifications
§ Active certification or certification eligible by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty(ies) as appropriate.
§ Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Medical Imaging: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- ARRT Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
