Radiology Sonographer II, Nights

Radiology Sonographer II

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Radiology Sonographer II in the Radiology Department. Here you will perform Ultrasound and related procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The technologist will provide appropriate patient care and recognize patient's conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures and the services are provided in accordance with industry standards, department protocols and hospital policies and procedures. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity in Hyde Park. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Eligible for up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus

Essential Job Functions:

• Competent in all general abdominal and pediatric exams with duplex within 45 minutes
• Competent in general and advanced department protocols
• Participates and assists APN in biopsy procedures independently
• Competent in transplant organ exams; Liver, Renal and Pancreas
• Participates in training of Level I sonographers, students and residents
• Actively participates in process improvement activities and educational presentations
• Demonstrates responsibility in order accuracy and protocol
• Performs other duties assigned by Lead Technologist and Department Manager
• Participate in imaging evaluation and improvement with Imaging Technical Coordinator

Required Qualifications:

• Satisfactory completion of formal Ultrasound training program through a CAAHEP approved school
• ARDMS registered in Abdominal (AB) and Vascular (RVT) Imaging with active competency demonstrated in area of credentials
• ARDMS registered in Pediatrics (P) within 1 year of placement as a Sonographer II
• Minimum 1 year experience to include advanced abdominal vascular experience
• Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills required
• Handle high pressure, fast paced work environment
• Excellent team work
• Ability to work independently on call
• CPR and BLS training required

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: 1.0 FTE/Full-Time
• Shift: Nights
• Work Location: Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Radiology Ultrasound
• CBA Code: Non-Union