Sonographer

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Performance of a wide variety of general, OB/GYNE, vascular and small parts ultrasound procedures in compliance with ultrasound protocol. With minimum supervision, provides optimal,

Requirements Summary

Requires good judgement, needs reliability, responsibility, independent thought and action. Extreme flexibility in working hours and on-call rotation.

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SonographerHealthcare Clinical

Department:

36320 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Ultrasound

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Hours Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Registry. Includes holidays/overnight/weekend rotation.

$41.10 - $61.65

Responsibilities

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→Performance of a wide variety of general, OB/GYNE, vascular and small parts ultrasound procedures in compliance with ultrasound protocol.
→With minimum supervision, provides optimal, complete and accurate images for diagnostic non-invasive assessment of the abdomen, pelvis, pregnancy, small parts.
→Learns to assist physicians during invasive procedures, adhering to sterile techniques.
→Reads the department protocol for different procedures to learn other exams
→Works closely with charge technologist to have his/her images checked prior to calling the Radiologist for interpretation of exams.
→Documentation of patient history, and images for analysis and interpretation. Reviews patient charts for medical information.
→Correlate current exam data with that from the patient’s prior exams.
→By utilizing AIDET, explains test procedures to patient to reduce anxiety.
→Learn the functions of the Radnet and Cerner.
→Communicates and/or Fax “STAT” and "Call Reports" reports to physician offices, nursing units, and Emergency Department upon request.
→Learn the aspects and functionality of PACS system
→Ensures a secure and safe patient and work environment.
→Complies with OSHA Standards for infection control to prevent cross-contamination to patients and instruments.
→Maintains policies for cleaning of equipment including all probes and filters.
→Cleans, prepares, and sanitizes machines, tranducers and endocavity transducers according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection control standards.
→Provides technical support for smooth and efficient operation of Ultrasound Department.
→Interacts closely with the Ultrasound Lead Technologist to provide for smooth daily operation of the department.
→Helps in answering telephone, creating the daily workflow, putting supplies away, etc. as needed
→Demonstrates reliability for attendance and punctuality.
→Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for change
→Attends regularly scheduled Ultrasound Department meetings and in-services.
→Works as a team member.
→Responsible for staying abreast of the latest ultrasound developments. Obtains required amount of CME's to uphold registry or registires.
→Spends time on his/her own reading and preparing for certification in OB/ABD
→At all times the technologist will serve the health needs of patients in his/her care in a manner reflecting the holistic philosophy of Advocate, i.e. the values of compassion, equality, excellence, partnership and stewardship.
→Follows all standards of behavior taught during the orientation process.
→Watches videos and tapes as suggested by the Department Lead
→Attends continuing education seminars. Maintains industry standards by taking required amount of CME's
→Helps maintain department accreditation by following the procedure protocol closely.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

What We Offer

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✓Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

✓Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

✓Incentive pay for select positions

✓Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

✓Paid Time Off programs

✓Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

✓Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

✓Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

✓Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

✓Educational Assistance Program

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