Technologist, Ultrasound- Float
About The Position
The Ultrasound Technologist performs sonographic procedures according to department standards and protocols, producing examinations that meet image-quality standards and submitting images for physician interpretation. The role includes educating patients before, during, and after procedures; verifying patient and technical information; maintaining supplies and an orderly imaging environment; and reporting equipment failures. The technologist works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to support patient care and efficient patient flow while modeling customer service, innovation, service excellence, and teamwork. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with primarily day shifts and one to two evening shifts per week. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating weekend and holiday coverage, and schedules are typically provided four to six weeks in advance. There are no overnight shifts or call responsibilities. The position requires floating between Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Lombard, and Lisle.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
- ARDMS certification required.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Comfortable floating between Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Lombard, and Lisle.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of ultrasound experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform sonographic procedures according to department standards in a timely and efficient manner.
- Provide patients with written and/or verbal education before, during, and after procedures to reduce anxiety and improve comfort and tolerance.
- Produce examinations that meet image-quality standards and department protocols.
- Submit images for physician interpretation.
- Verify patient demographic information, pertinent clinical diagnoses, and required technical results; enter data accurately and promptly.
- Ensure all technical data-entry components are complete before the end of the shift.
- Monitor imaging-room supplies, reorder and rotate dated items as needed, and maintain a clean, orderly environment.
- Report equipment failures.
- Actively support organizational changes.
- Follow institutional safety procedures.
- Participate in multidisciplinary patient care and work closely with nurses and physicians to support positive outcomes and optimal patient flow.
- Model customer-service principles, innovation, service excellence, and teamwork when serving patients, families, coworkers, and others.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including healthcare navigation assistance.
- Mental health benefit at no cost.
- Employer-provided life and disability insurance.
- $5,250 tuition reimbursement per year.
- Immediate 401(k) match.
- 40 hours of paid volunteer time off.
- Culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
- Up to 12 weeks of parental leave at 100% pay, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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