Ultrasonographer - Radiology - Part-Time (Benefit Eligible)

Christie Clinic•Champaign, IL

13d•$33 - $45

About The Position

Christie Clinic's department of Radiology is seeking a part-time (20 hours/week and benefit eligible) Ultrasonographer at the University, Fields, and Windsor locations on Monday/Wednesday, and rotating Fridays from 7:30am-5:00pm. As an Ultrasonographer, you will perform a wide range of crucial ultrasound procedures to produce results for providers in the diagnosis of diseases. Your commitment to patient care and your attention to detail are vital to our mission of providing accurate and compassionate healthcare. Graduate from an accredited Radiology Technologist or Sonography program is required. Current, or in the process of earning registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in physics, is required.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited ultrasound program.
New graduates will be considered.
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
Abdomen (AB), Breast (BR), and Vascular (RVT) certifications preferred; minimally willing to achieve.
CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

None

Responsibilities

Greet the patient with eye contact, introduce yourself, and verify correct patient by using proper patient identifiers.
Ensure the correct ordering provider and test.
Perform a wide range of Ultrasound procedures, including but not limited to, abdominal, testicular, breast, thyroid, vascular and soft tissue examinations.
Assist the Radiologist in special scans such as cyst aspirations, biopsies and drainages.
Ensure that sterile and aseptic techniques are used at all times.
Explain the procedure, prepare and position the patient, select appropriate transducers and other necessary items for the procedure.
Verify that the exam on the work list is the correct exam and that the accession number matches the number on the order.
Evaluate the clinical history and document history to record into the PACS notes.
Recognize the need for additional imaging and/or positioning to fully illustrate the area in question.
Adjust frequency, gain, depth, focal zone, size and field of view. Use harmonies or color Doppler and other factors, as necessary.
Verify the images on the PACS system, making certain that all images have arrived and all notes are correct.
Perform related work as required.