Multispecialty Sonographer - Full Time Evenings

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Huntley, IL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations across multiple specialties, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK, in accordance with established standards of practice.
Review and evaluate 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 the procedure in accordance with department, hospital, and age-specific patient care standards.
Observe, evaluate, and communicate pertinent clinical findings to radiologists and ordering providers to support diagnosis and treatment.
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.
Accurately document imaging procedures manually and/or electronically to ensure correct 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 to interpreting physicians as required.
Perform vascular ultrasound studies, including lower extremity venous duplex examinations, in accordance with 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 supply inventory in imaging areas, 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 effective 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 goal