What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer I position at Advocate Aurora Health?
Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist
Summary
An Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a highly skilled Ultrasound Technologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular and/or cardiac procedures/studies.
Main Responsibilities
- Competently operates ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular and/or cardiac procedures/studies.
- Accurately differentiates between normal and pathologic findings.
- Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information.
- Positions patient and selects proper transducer and technical factors for accurate ultrasound procedures.
- Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies.
- Analyzes sonograms and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Licensure and Certification
- Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS).
- Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS).
- Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Requirements
- Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography.
- No experience required.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
- Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
Benefits include holiday pay, guaranteed hours, continuing education, 401k retirement plan, pet insurance, wellness and fitness programs, mileage reimbursement, employee assistance programs, medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, life insurance, and a discount program.