at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Medical Sonographer Specialist (Part-Time)- Diagnostic Services Ultrasound
Medical Sonographer Specialist (Part-Time)- Diagnostic Services Ultrasound
Hiring Department: Diagnostic Services - Ultrasound
Hiring Unit: University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Work Schedule: 8 hours per week Flex Days/Evenings, Rotating Weekends and On-Call
Requisition ID: 1025778
Posting Close Date: 8/2/2024
Position Number: CF2723
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
UI Health is seeking a part-time 20% FTE Medical Sonographer Specialist to join our Diagnostic Services Ultrasound team. This role will operate specialized equipment that transmits high frequency, ultrasound waves in order to produce images of the areas scanned. Sonographers in this series primarily scan abdominal, pelvic, lower and upper extremities areas of the body (such as the spleen, liver, pancreas, uterus, kidneys, or thyroid, etc.), or perform OB/GYN related procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Performs general ultrasound scans on anatomical regions such as abdomen, pelvis, and small parts
Utilizes proper settings on the ultrasound equipment and patient tables for optimal scanning
Assembles supply kits and instruments for exams such as thoracentesis, paracentesis and assists physicians with the performance of these procedures
Cleans and disinfects transducers according to established infection control standards and manufacturer instructions for use.
Utilizes the electronic medical record and imaging information systems for processing, storing images and documentation
Stock supplies in the rooms and alerts manager when inventory is low
Confers with a radiologist to ensure complete acquisition and selection of images is performed
Communicates with other clinical departments to coordinate patient care activities
Instructs technical students and collaborates with residents
Performs other related duties as assigned
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
High school graduate or equivalent.
Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS).
Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible work experience in the designated area of specialty.
Current American Heart Association BLS (CPR) Certification.
Note: A Bachelor's degree in a health care related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of experience
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment
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