Ultrasound Technologist

Advocate Health•Libertyville, IL

6d•$41 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including general, obstetric, and vascular studies, in accordance with department protocols and ACR standards. The role uses appropriate imaging techniques and equipment to obtain high-quality scans, supports physicians during invasive procedures, and operates portable ultrasound equipment when needed. The technologist documents patient history, correlates current exams with prior studies, communicates with radiologists and other care providers, and supports accurate, timely interpretation and reporting. The position contributes to patient safety and department operations by following infection-control, equipment-cleaning, accreditation, and patient-identification requirements. It also supports quality improvement, maintains current ultrasound skills and required continuing education, and provides instruction and orientation to students and other technologists. The technologist works collaboratively with the Ultrasound supervisor and team, assists with daily department tasks, and maintains positive communication with patients and colleagues. This is a full-time role at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, Illinois, scheduled for 40 hours per week. The posting describes a second-shift schedule, with coverage on other shifts as needed, plus weekend, holiday, and call rotation. The pay range is $41.10–$61.65. A $5,000 sign-on bonus and benefits starting on day one are advertised.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Ultrasound.
High degree of technical knowledge to perform ultrasound studies.
Ability to make diagnostic judgments while scanning and present them to the radiologist.
Registry eligible.
CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
New hires must obtain ARDMS certification within one year of graduation; current Advocate associates must obtain ARDMS certification within six months.
Ability to take call on a rotational basis and work holidays and weekends.
Ability to adjust to flexible hours with minimal notice and operate portable ultrasound equipment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints and demonstrate good judgment, reliability, responsibility, and independent thought and action.
Good oral and written communication skills and conscientious practice of high-quality patient care.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when a patient cannot assist, patient-handling equipment and another associate are expected when available.
Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and older-adult patients, adapt approaches to developmental levels, and use age-appropriate communication.
The role may involve exposure to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in general, obstetric, and vascular ultrasound is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound examinations according to department protocols and ACR standards, using appropriate techniques and equipment to obtain optimal-quality scans.
Position patients, adjust equipment, and immobilize patients as needed to obtain quality examinations.
Assist physicians during invasive procedures by following sterile techniques, conducting timeouts, and accurately completing paperwork.
Operate portable ultrasound equipment for procedures requested throughout the hospital.
Document pertinent patient history and obtain appropriate medical histories and comment sheets for each procedure.
Communicate or fax STAT reports to physician offices, nursing units, and the Emergency Department upon request, following critical-value criteria.
Correlate current examination data with prior examinations and communicate with radiologists to ensure examinations are complete.
Operate the department PACS system as part of routine work.
Follow accepted safety practices, maintain CPR certification, comply with OSHA infection-control standards, and follow applicable accrediting, ACR, IDPH, and EPA standards.
Maintain awareness of safety labels and pathology specimens, and ensure completed laboratory requisitions are delivered to the appropriate departments.
Clean, prepare, and sanitize transducers according to manufacturer recommendations and infection-control standards.
Attend mandatory in-services and meetings and ensure examination accuracy and patient identification according to hospital policy.
Provide technical support for smooth department operations, including answering telephones and creating requisitions as needed.
Work with the Ultrasound supervisor and team; demonstrate reliable attendance, punctuality, adaptability, and flexibility, including the ability to work at any Condell location when asked.
Transport patients as requested and explain testing delays to patients.
Maintain current ultrasound skills and developments, complete continuing education required for ARDMS certification, and share knowledge with staff.
Compile data for continuous quality improvement.
Provide instruction and orientation to students and technologists, assist with performance assessment, and give direction to staff or students needing help with procedures.
Participate in problem-solving related to patients, department operations, quality assurance, interdepartmental relationships, and employee morale.
Maintain positive guest relations and telephone etiquette, and explain technical procedures to patients in a positive, friendly manner without revealing a diagnosis.
Take call on a rotational basis, work holidays and weekends, adjust to flexible hours with minimal notice, and perform emergency procedures as required.
Lift and move patients, using patient-handling equipment and assistance as specified for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when a patient cannot assist.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus.
Benefits starting day one.
Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance.
Student loan forgiveness assistance.
Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, and incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.