Medical Sonographer Technologist (U) (4616)

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine•Springfield, IL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The individual in this position is responsible for providing sonography services and procedures for patients at all SIU ultrasound sites. Sign-On Bonus: Now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year employment commitment for candidates identified for hire before March 31, 2026!

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS).
Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible work experience in the designated area of specialty.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating fetal and gynecologic evaluation policies, reporting/recording devices, procedures and equipment.
Make recommendations regarding need for change in sonogram equipment, commodities and supplies.
Participate in selection of educational materials for distribution to patients, referring physicians, etc.
Make recommendations regarding ultrasound patient care as relates to sonography and education.
Assist with physician reporting of sonogram reports.
Conduct standard and advanced sonographic exams on Ob/Gyn patients, both in assistance to physician and independently.
Conduct advanced ultrasounds on high-risk Maternal Fetal Medicine patients.
Prepares patients for ultrasound examination/procedure including the paperwork. This involves using the EHR to appropriately gather pertinent information.
Assist attending physician in the performance of obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound guided procedures and examinations.
Staffs various ultrasound satellite sites based on clinic needs.
Works varied hours based on clinic needs.
Completes the sonographer's portion of the imaging report with accurate information, including CPT codes for billing purposes.
Assists with chart prep for the ultrasound and maternal fetal medicine clinic.
Assists with cleaning of ultrasound equipment and exam rooms.
Assists with stocking MFM/ultrasound supplies in exam rooms.
Provides education in sonographic theory and techniques to ultrasound interns, medical students and residents.
Participates in evaluation of medical students and residents.
Assist in collecting data and developing research projects appropriate to field.
Assist in implementation and collection of data for faculty-initiated research.