ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN

Cook County•Chicago, IL

4d•$40 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technician performs services for patients undergoing general and arterial ultrasound examinations. The role operates ultrasound equipment and performs a range of ultrasound examinations, producing quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist. The technician provides patient care, communicates with medical and administrative staff, collaborates with Radiologists and other healthcare team members, and protects patient health information. This position is in the Radiology Department at Cermak Health Services/John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital, on an 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. shift. It is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU Union. Cook County will first exhaust eligible internal applicants; external candidates may be considered if the position is not filled internally. The hourly pay range is $40.411–$48.769, with salary placement based on documented experience disclosed at application.

Requirements

Hold ARDMS certification or be eligible for certification; eligible candidates must obtain certification within one year of starting employment. Certification must be provided at the interview.
Be registered with ARRT; certification must be provided at the interview.
Have one year of full-time work experience performing varied imaging in diagnostic ultrasound.
Have training in diagnostic medical ultrasonographic examinations, including Doppler and color imaging, and thorough knowledge of anatomical structures and basic body physiology.
Have CPR training and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; certification must be provided at the interview.
Demonstrate knowledge and competency in general ultrasound, including abdomen, OB, breast, extremities, small parts, and Doppler studies, including vascular, venous, and arterial studies.
Have basic knowledge of patient care and basic computer skills, including the ability to perform required tasks in Radnet and other systems.
Apply knowledge of patient-restraint policies and procedures and understand the use of pediatric immobilization devices.
Demonstrate excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, using age-appropriate communication techniques.
Be able to use a variety of ultrasound equipment and position patients of varied body sizes and ages while manipulating equipment and controls to produce optimum images.
Be able to select appropriate safe technical factors for patients of varied body sizes and ages.
Meet all required qualifications at the time of application filing.
Adhere to hospital and department safety requirements, including personal protective equipment, handwashing and sanitizing practices, engineering and work-practice controls, and other applicable safety precautions.
Meet the physical demands described in the posting, including frequent patient assistance and transfers, bending, reaching, lifting, and pushing or pulling.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an approved diagnostic ultrasound training program.

Responsibilities

Communicate with medical staff, nursing personnel, outpatient registration, and others about patient matters.
Obtain and record accurate patient histories.
Perform ultrasound procedures using mobile and stationary equipment to produce quality images for Radiologist interpretation.
Analyze technical information and use independent judgment to determine when diagnostic findings warrant extending the scope of a procedure.
Provide oral or written summaries of technical findings to the Radiologist.
Provide quality patient care and collaborate with Radiologists and other healthcare team members.
Prepare patients for ultrasound examinations, transfer and position them, and assist them at the end of procedures.
Collaborate with the Administrative Director and Radiologist on procedural issues.
Adjust equipment, determine gain and brightness, select desired images and appropriate film, and arrange immobilization and support devices to position patients.
Communicate with the Administrative Director about quality control, equipment calibration, procedural changes, and work schedules.
Prepare rooms, equipment, medicine, and materials for patients.
Clean and disinfect equipment in accordance with Infection Control policies.
Complete procedures in Radnet and enter procedures within 24 hours when the system is down.
Transmit images through the PACS system.
Protect patient health information obtained, handled, learned, heard, or viewed through work or association with the hospital.
Perform other duties as instructed.