Ultrasound Technologist- Part Time

Department: 36321 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Ultrasound: Gurnee Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekend rotation, Call and holiday Evening shift with coverage on overnight and days as needed. Pay Range: $41.10 - $61.65 Ultrasound Tech (Sonographer) - Part-Time Advocate Condell Medical Center | Libertyville, IL $2,500 Sign-On Bonus | Benefits Starting Day One Join the exceptional Imaging team at Advocate Condell Medical Center , a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Libertyville. Schedule 1st shift- 20 hours per week Weekend, holiday and call rotation Coverage on other shifts as needed Why Choose Condell? As part of our Ultrasound team, you'll work in a dynamic and patient-focused environment performing a variety of studies, including General, Obstetric, and Vascular Ultrasound. You'll have the opportunity to expand your skills while providing high-quality diagnostic imaging that plays a vital role in patient care. At Condell, you'll work alongside a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional clinical outcomes and an outstanding patient experience. What Makes Our Team Special? At Condell, we pride ourselves on a culture that feels like family. Our team is supportive, collaborative, and passionate about providing exceptional patient care. You'll work alongside experienced ultrasound technologists and sonographers and engaged leaders who are committed to your success, professional growth, and ongoing development. Whether you're looking to enhance your clinical expertise, take on new challenges, or join a team that truly supports one another, you'll find your home at Condell. Benefits & Perks $2500 Sign-On Bonus Benefits Starting Day One Tuition Reimbursement Program Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Major Responsibilities: Perform all ultrasound examinations according to department protocols and ACR standards. Uses proper imaging techniques and equipment to obtain scans of optimal quality. Positions patient, adjusts equipment and immobilize patients to ensure optimal quality exams are obtained. Assist physicians during invasive procedures, adhering to sterile techniques, conducting timeout and completing all paperwork accurately. Operates portable ultrasound equipment when required to perform portable procedures as requested throughout the hospital. Responsible for documenting pertinent history for each procedure, in order to provide the radiologist with adequate information prior to interpretation. Obtains appropriate medical histories and completes comment sheet for each patient. Communicates and/or Fax "STAT" reports to physician offices, nursing units, and Emergency Department upon request, complying with critical value criteria Correlate current exam data with that from the patient's prior exams. Routine operation of department PAC's system. Communicates with Radiologists to assure exam completeness. Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to ensure patient safety and quality patient care. Maintains CPR certification to further ensure safety of patients in department. Complies with OSHA Standards for infection control to prevent cross-contamination to patients and instruments. Maintains awareness of safety hazard labels, pathology specimens, completed lab requisitions for delivery to appropriate lab departments. Cleans, prepares, and sanitizes transducers for scanning according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection control standards. Attends mandatory in-services / meetings. Assures accuracy of exam performed and patient identification according to hospital policy. Compliance with Accrediting Organization, ACR, IDPH, and EPA standards is required. Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department. Interacts closely with the Ultrasound supervisor to provide for smooth daily operation of the department. Helps in answering telephone, creating requisitions, etc. as needed. Demonstrates reliability for attendance and punctuality. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for change. May be asked to work at any Condell location. Works as a team member. Transports patients as requested. Explains to patients any delay in testing. Responsible for staying abreast of current ultrasound skills and new developments in the field of ultrasound. Maintains continuing education required for ARDMS certification. Shares knowledge obtained from attending seminars and through articles with other staff. Performs the required tasks to compile data required for continuous quality improvement. Provision of instruction and orientation to students, technologists, and new technologists to effectively participate in the assessment of their performance reviews. Provides direction and instruction to U/S technologists or student in need of assistanc #J-18808-Ljbffr Carolinas Medical Center