Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Tech I

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Expected pay for this position is $39.13 - $51.21/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

OSF offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and development. Benefits include paid continuing education units (CEUs), tuition reimbursement for further education, a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% of salary contributed, and 40 hours of Well-Being Time each year, available after 90 days of employment and renewed annually on your work anniversary. In addition, OSF HealthCare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

Position Summary

The Ultrasound Tech I performs and records two-dimensional ultrasound diagnostic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate and record pertinent, anatomical, pathological, and functional patient data. Completes patient intake via collection of medical history and answers patient questions regarding imaging procedures. Confers with providers on the results of imaging tests and collaborates to determine if additional images are required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of an accredited ultrasound program
• Licensure/Certification: Registered or eligible for registration as a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS) or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR Registered as a vascular technologist with the Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute (CCI) OR Registered as a Sonographer (ARRT(S)) or a Vascular Sonographer (ARRT(VS)) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• Must sit for boards within 6 months of hire and pass boards within 1 year of hire.
• Basic Life Support Certification with American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Other Skills/Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous clinical experience to be able to independently perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures, equipment operation, and to gain knowledge of patient care techniques.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.