NWIN Ultrasound Technologist, Registry

Job Description

Join UChicago Medicine at Crown Point, as a Ultrasound Technologist in the imaging department.

Come be a vital part of our team as a Ultrasound Technologist at our cutting-edge facility in Crown Point! UChicago Medicine, Crown Point is a new two-story, 130,000-square-foot multispecialty care center and micro-hospital in Northwest Indiana for what will be the academic health system's largest off-site facility and its first freestanding building in Indiana.  It is anticipating an opening in Spring 2024.

As an ultrasound tech, you will perform Ultrasound and related procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. You will provide appropriate patient care and recognize patient’s conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Complete competencies in all general abdominal and pediatric exams without duplex within 30 minutes
• Participate in biopsy procedures with assistance
• Perform portable and ED studies for all general ultrasound exams, adult and pediatric
• Perform studies with minimal oversite from department Lead, Imaging Technical Coordinator or Manager; can perform duties independently
• Utilize EPIC independently to begin exams, end exams, add supply charges, verify orders, change orders as necessary and review patient chart for pertinent history
• Properly utilize PACS for image presentation
• Review completed studies with radiologist for approval
• Performs other duties assigned by Lead Technologist and Department Manager
• Participate in imaging evaluation and improvement with Imaging Technical Coordinator

Required Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal Ultrasound training program through an accredited school
• Pediatric and advanced vascular preferred but not mandatory; ability to learn upon hire
• Current registry by ARDMS in Abdominal Imaging or completion within one year of hire
• CPR and BLS training
• Effective communication skills and excellent patient care skills
• Handle high pressure, fast paced work environment
• Excellent team work skills
• Ability to work independently on call

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE:Registry, 0.10 FTE
• Shift: Day
• Unit/Department: Imaging
• CBA Code: Non-Union

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.