Multispecialty Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Grayslake, IL • 18m ago • On-site

Mid

On-site

43 - 60 USD/yr

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Quick Facts

  • Part-time: 20 hours per week
  • Night shift: 10:30 PM–7:00 AM
  • Rotating schedule: Week 1 = Sunday, Monday, Tuesday; Week 2 = Wednesday, Thursday
  • On-call and holiday on-call rotation required

Description

Multispecialty diagnostic medical sonographer position performing ultrasound examinations across abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, and MSK specialties. You will select protocols based on patient history and imaging requests, operate ultrasound equipment to generate high-quality diagnostic images, and support patients before, during, and after procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations for multiple specialties (abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, breast, MSK) per standards of practice
  • Review imaging requests and patient history to determine appropriate examination protocols
  • Operate ultrasound equipment and accessories to produce diagnostic images while minimizing patient exposure
  • Provide patient education before, during, and after procedures
  • Assess and care for patients throughout the procedure
  • Observe, evaluate, and communicate clinical findings to radiologists and ordering providers
  • Prepare exam rooms and perform set-up/sterile tray preparation with required supplies and equipment
  • Assist with patient positioning, lifting, and transport
  • Document procedures manually and/or electronically to ensure correct records and tracking
  • Transmit completed studies to PACS and other imaging systems using correct accession numbers
  • Prepare preliminary findings/reports in designated systems and route to interpreting physicians
  • Perform vascular ultrasound studies (including lower extremity venous duplex) per vascular lab protocols
  • Communicate acute/critical findings promptly and document notifications
  • Manage daily worklists and prioritize exams by clinical urgency
  • Maintain supply inventory and ensure a clean, organized imaging environment
  • Report equipment malfunctions or performance concerns
  • Support quality improvement initiatives through data collection and process improvement
  • Collaborate to facilitate continuity of care
  • Maintain productivity, image quality, and customer service standards
  • Participate in continuing education and maintain required certifications
  • Provide clinical instruction and supervision to ultrasound students as assigned

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Sonography Program
  • Certified in two ARDMS areas
  • Obtain one additional ARDMS certification within one year of hire
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Ability to participate in on-call and holiday on-call rotation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being
  • Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification
  • Sign-on bonus eligibility rules apply if included in the posting

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