Ultrasound Tech, PT Registry Saturdays

Loyola University Health System • Berwyn, IL

196d • $38 - $59

About The Position

MacNeal Hospital, located in the western suburbs and approximately 35 minutes from downtown Chicago, offers easy access from I55. Loyola Medicine is dedicated to treating the whole person with compassion, aiming to 'also treat the human spirit.' As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we strive to become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve, becoming the most trusted health partner for life. The Ultrasound Technologist, under the general supervision of an attending radiologist and in accordance with department protocols, utilizes high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data which is used by physicians in rendering a medical diagnosis, resulting in quality patient care. This position may support General Ultrasound procedures.

Requirements

• Associate Degree; graduate from an accredited two-year Ultrasound Program, required; OR equivalent training acquired via work experience.
• Specific Degree(s): AMA approved Sonography program; Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) approved school of Ultrasound Technology.
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience.
• New Graduates must have 9-month ultrasound coursework experience including clinical rotation.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Licensure/Certifications Required: CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from American Heart Association ONLY.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - Specialization in Abdomen, Ob/Gyn or PS.

Nice To Haves

• Registration within 3 months of hire, in a minimum of one to two specialties of either Abdomen and/or Obstetrics & Gynecology required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and demonstrates competence in ultrasonic scanning procedures by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis.
• Recognizes, identifies and appropriately documents normal anatomy, abnormalities, disease, pathology and pathophysiology for accurate medical diagnosis.
• Performs all types of ultrasound procedures and services, in accordance with department protocol, to ensure appropriate patient care for patients in all age categories (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
• Completes ultrasonic scans within given procedure time parameters to expedite patient care.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Referral Rewards
• Perks Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree