Multispecialty Sonographer-Imaging Part Time Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Grayslake, IL

7h • $43 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

The Multispecialty Sonographer is a part-time role at Northwestern Medicine’s Grayslake Outpatient Center, working 20 hours per week on a night schedule from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The two-week schedule is Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday in the first week, followed by Wednesday and Thursday in the second week. On-call and holiday on-call rotation is required.

The position performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations across multiple specialties, including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and musculoskeletal imaging. The sonographer assesses and cares for patients during procedures, produces and transmits diagnostic images, communicates relevant findings, and supports accurate documentation and continuity of care. The role also includes preparing procedure rooms and supplies, maintaining equipment and inventory, supporting quality improvement, and providing clinical instruction to ultrasound students as assigned.

The sonographer reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values, follows its Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with relevant policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards. Compensation is listed as $42.95–$60.13 per hour.

Requirements

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

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 procedures 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 them 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 goals.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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