Ultrasound Technologist Senior

Endeavor Health•Arlington Heights, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, using ultrasound equipment produces two-dimensional ultrasound images of internal organs for use by Radiologists in the diagnosis of disease and the study of malfunction of organs. Delivers and ensures customer service in all aspects of the job. Explains procedure to patient, gives opportunity for questions to reduce anxiety and promote trust. The Ultrasound Technologist Senior is proficient in a range of tasks and skills within multiple ultrasound disciplines/procedures. In addition to the Ultrasound Tech responsibilities, these senior level Technologists are registered in 3 or more registries and/or perform specialized procedures within the department. These include: Biopsies (FNA – Fine Needle Aspiration, Thyroid, Liver, Breast, etc.) Paracentesis Thoracentesis MSK - Musculoskeletal Breast TCD – Transcranial Doppler.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
ARRT (S)(American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Sonography) or ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography) Certified and currently registered as RDMS (OB or AB), RT(S), RT (VS), RVT, or RVS
Current CPR Certification (BLS) issued by American Heart Association
Certified and currently registered in multiple registries (need 3 or more)
Breast/MSK/Ob/RVT/Gyn/Abd

Nice To Haves

An Associate’s Degree or higher
2+ years of previous Ultrasound experience
Prior Ultrasound experience with advanced procedures such as: Biopsies (FNA, Thyroid, Liver, breast, etc.), Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, MSK, Breast, TCD

Responsibilities

Produces two-dimensional ultrasound images of internal organs for use by Radiologists in the diagnosis of disease and the study of malfunction of organs.
Delivers and ensures customer service in all aspects of the job.
Explains procedure to patient, gives opportunity for questions to reduce anxiety and promote trust.
Proficient in a range of tasks and skills within multiple ultrasound disciplines/procedures.
Registered in 3 or more registries and/or perform specialized procedures within the department.
Perform specialized procedures including: Biopsies (FNA – Fine Needle Aspiration, Thyroid, Liver, Breast, etc.), Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, MSK - Musculoskeletal, Breast, TCD – Transcranial Doppler.