ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN

Cook County•Chicago, IL

7h•$40 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technician performs services for patients undergoing general and arterial ultrasound examinations. The role operates mobile and stationary ultrasound equipment and performs ultrasound procedures to produce quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist. The technician obtains and records patient histories, analyzes technical information, uses independent judgment to determine when a procedure should be extended based on diagnostic findings, and provides oral or written summaries of technical findings to the Radiologist. The position provides patient care and collaborates with Radiologists and other healthcare team members, as well as the Administrative Director, on procedural issues. It includes preparing and positioning patients, preparing rooms and supplies, adjusting equipment and selecting appropriate settings, cleaning and disinfecting equipment, documenting procedures in Radnet, transmitting images through PACS, and protecting patient health information. The position is based in the Radiology Department at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County and is covered by the SEIU collective bargaining agreement. The listed shift is 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Requirements

Meet one of the following credential criteria: ARDMS certified or eligible, with certification required within one year of starting employment; or ARRT registered. Certification must be provided at interview.
One year of full-time work experience performing varied diagnostic ultrasound imaging.
Training in diagnostic medical ultrasonographic examinations, including Doppler and color imaging, and thorough knowledge of anatomical structures and basic body physiology.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and CPR training; certification must be provided at interview.
Demonstrated competency in general ultrasound, including abdomen, OB, breast, extremities, small parts, and Doppler studies, including vascular, venous, and arterial studies.
Basic knowledge of patient care.
Basic computer skills and ability to perform required tasks in Radnet and other systems.
Knowledge of patient restraint policies and procedures and understanding of pediatric immobilization devices.
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, including age-appropriate communication techniques.
Ability to use a variety of ultrasound equipment.
Ability to correctly position patients of varied body sizes and ages and manipulate equipment and controls to produce optimum images.
Ability to select appropriate safe technical factors for patients of varied body sizes and ages.
Must meet all required qualifications at the time of application filing.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an approved diagnostic ultrasound training program.

Responsibilities

Communicate with medical staff, nursing personnel, outpatient registration, and others regarding patient matters.
Obtain and record accurate patient histories.
Perform ultrasound procedures using mobile and stationary equipment to produce images for Radiologist interpretation.
Analyze technical information and use independent judgment to extend the scope of procedures when diagnostic findings warrant it.
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, transfer and position them, and assist them at the end of procedures.
Collaborate with the Administrative Director and Radiologist concerning procedural issues.
Adjust equipment, determine gain and brightness, select desired images and appropriate positioning/support devices, and select the proper firm.
Communicate with the Administrative Director regarding quality control, equipment calibration, procedural changes, and work schedules.
Prepare rooms, equipment, medicine, and materials for patients.
Clean and disinfect equipment according to Infection Control policies.
Complete procedures in Radnet and enter procedures within 24 hours when the system is down.
Transmit images via the PACS system.
Protect patient health information obtained, handled, learned, heard, or viewed during work or association with the hospital.
Perform other duties as instructed.