Ultrasound Technologist

ULTRASOUND TECH

Pay Range: $36-$54/hour

Sign On Bonus: $10,000 ($5K given at hire, $2,500 year 1, $2,500 year 2)

Location: Sterling, IL

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for performing ultrasound examinations including abdominal OB/GYN, vascular, and on-call procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs ultrasound procedures using accepted principles and practices.
• Accurately assesses examination quality, appropriateness and results.
• Educates patients by explaining procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of image files and other records.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Practices competencies in ultrasound skills based upon current scientific knowledge.
• Perform other related duties, incidental to the work described herein, as directed by the director.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

• ARRT registered and/or ARDMS registered
• Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) License preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in Ultrasound strongly preferred.
• Advance knowledge of Ultrasound principles, anatomy, physiology and pathology preferred.
• Previous experience working in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served on assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
• Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the neonate, pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.