Multispecialty Sonographer - Oakbrook Full time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Peoria, IL

5d • $41 - $57

About The Position

The Multispecialty Sonographer performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations across multiple specialties, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and musculoskeletal imaging. The role follows established standards of practice and the organization’s policies, ethics, compliance requirements, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The sonographer reviews imaging requests and patient history, selects appropriate protocols, operates ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality images, and supports patients throughout their procedures. The position also includes vascular studies, timely communication of clinical findings, accurate documentation and transmission of imaging studies, workflow and supply management, equipment reporting, quality improvement, collaboration with care teams, and clinical instruction for students as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Sonography Program.
• Certified in two American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS) areas.
• Obtain one additional ARDMS certification within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations across abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK specialties in accordance with established standards of practice.
• Review imaging requests and patient history to determine appropriate examination protocols and techniques.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and accessories to produce high-quality diagnostic images while minimizing patient exposure.
• Provide patient education before, during, and after procedures to reduce anxiety and improve comfort and cooperation.
• Assess and care for patients throughout procedures according to department, hospital, and age-specific patient care standards.
• Observe, evaluate, and communicate pertinent clinical findings to radiologists and ordering providers.
• Prepare examination rooms and perform set-up and sterile tray preparation, including procedure-specific supplies, medications, guide wires, catheters, and ancillary equipment.
• Assist with patient positioning, lifting, and transport to and from imaging areas as required.
• Document imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to ensure accurate patient records, image tracking, and billing.
• Transmit completed studies to PACS and other imaging systems using correct accession numbers.
• Prepare preliminary findings or reports in designated reporting systems and route them to interpreting physicians as required.
• Perform vascular ultrasound studies, including lower extremity venous duplex examinations, according to vascular laboratory protocols.
• Communicate acute or critical findings promptly to the ordering provider and document notifications per policy.
• Manage daily worklists and prioritize examinations according to clinical urgency and accepted practices.
• Maintain imaging-area supply inventory, ensuring availability, proper rotation, and a clean, organized environment.
• Report equipment malfunctions or performance concerns promptly to leadership.
• Support departmental quality improvement initiatives through data collection and process improvement efforts.
• Facilitate continuity of care through collaboration with internal and external departments and provider offices.
• Maintain satisfactory productivity, image quality, and customer service standards.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required professional certifications.
• Provide clinical instruction and supervision to students enrolled in accredited ultrasound programs, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goals.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed