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Carle Health
Ultrasound Technologist - Methodist
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$57,041 / year median in Illinois
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Overview To perform routine and specialized examinations in Ultrasound; adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist
Qualifications Certifications:
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 year- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days
- American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Vascular Technologist
- Vascular Technology (RVT-VT) within 1 year
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS),
Education:
Certificate of Completion:
Radiologic Technology;Associate's Degree:
Related Field, Work Experience:
Responsibilities Clinical Excellence/Patient Care Performs ultrasound procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages Exhibits competency in performing ultrasound procedures Images required views demonstrating appropriate anatomy and pathology Knowledgeable of catheters, biopsy instruments and sterile trays and prepares these items as necessary Obtains accurate histories and explains rationale for procedure to patients/families Enhances image quality through the use of appropriate transducers and machine settings Evaluates the finished images to ensure diagnostic exams are being submitted to the radiologists Maintains quality care throughout the procedure Assess the abdominal arterial & venous system using color imaging Clinical Excellence Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all areas of ultrasound. All ultrasound equipment within the Medical Imaging Ultrasound department Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software Performs reasonable trouble shooting Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels & documents on board for all staff notification Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels Invasive Procedures Able to document area of concern Set up trays with sterile field for radiologist Assists radiologist with biopsy Orders labs and pathology tests under the direction of a radiologist Relationship Building Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met and assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students. Promptly processes images and paperwork to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's office Fills out all appropriate paperwork to facilitate timely and accurate reporting Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care Promptly and accurately enters patient information into HIS system to ensure efficient patient throughput Maintenance of theQA, QC, QI
programs Shares knowledge and guides fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating productive learning environment About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $35.5per hour- $61.
Qualifications:
Certifications:
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 year- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days
- American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Vascular Technologist
- Vascular Technology (RVT-VT) within 1 year
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS),