Ultrasonographer - PRN- Overnight

American Addiction Centers•Park Ridge, IL

5d•$41 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

This is a registry position covering the 3rd shift in the ultrasound department at Lutheran General Hospital. The role involves performing a comprehensive array of sophisticated non-invasive procedures, independently providing complete and accurate images for diagnostic purposes, documenting patient history, and communicating 'Wet Read' reports to physician offices. The position also requires recording patient medical information, explaining test procedures to patients, and ensuring a secure and safe patient and work environment by maintaining awareness of safety hazards and complying with procedural standards. Responsibilities include assisting with patient positioning, cleaning and sanitizing transducers, applying sterile techniques, and maintaining adequate supplies for the department. Additionally, the role provides technical support for the efficient operation of the Ultrasound Department, including preparing encounter forms for billing, communicating with other departments for scheduling, interacting with the site manager, attending department meetings, and assisting with phones and scheduling as needed. The position also requires staying abreast of the latest ultrasound developments through professional society membership, continuing education, maintaining professional accreditation, and participating in CQI projects.

Requirements

Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Vascular Sonography (VS) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Vascular Specialist (RVS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Graduate of AMA approved School of Ultrasound.
Must be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age group patients treated.
Registered or Registry Eligible
Excellent skills in performing abdomen, some OB/GYNE, some vascular and Small Parts ultrasound exams.
Excellent knowledge in pathology in the named above.
Requires good judgment, needs to be responsible, reliable, and work independently.
Needs to be flexible in working hours, and on-call rotation.
Needs to have good people skills and patient care skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.

Responsibilities

Performance of a comprehensive array of sophisticated non-invasive procedures demonstrating the appropriate anatomy of interest.
Independently provides complete and accurate images for diagnostic purposes.
Documentation of patient history.
Communicates “Wet Read” reports to physician offices.
Records patient medical information.
Explains the test procedures to the patient.
Ensures a secure and safe patient and work environment by maintaining a continued awareness of safety hazard labels.
Complies with procedural standards in the care of our patient population.
Assists with proper positioning of patients as necessary(protective measures).
Cleans, prepares, and sanitizes all transducers according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection control standards.
Applies sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination to patients and instruments.
Maintains adequate supplies for the needs of the Ultrasound Department.
Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of the Ultrasound Department.
Provides encounter forms for completed procedures which are ready for billing.
Communicates with other departments to successfully schedule various exams for the patient.
Interacts closely with the site Manager providing for a smooth daily operation of the department.
Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services.
Helps in answering telephones and scheduling patients as needed.
Responsible for staying abreast with the latest ultrasound developments.
Obtains membership in local, state, or national societies.
Attends continuing education seminars.
Maintains professional accreditation.
Participates in CQI projects.

Benefits

Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program