Medical Sonographer Specialist - Center for Women's Health Ultrasound

Medical Sonographer Specialist - Center for Women's Health Ultrasound

Hiring Department: Center for Women's Health - Ultrasound

Hiring Unit:   University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1022464

Posting Close Date:  4/12/2024

Position Number: CE9016,CE9017,CE9018

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position.  UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and sign-on bonuses.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

UIH is seeking a Medical Sonographer to join our Center for Women Health team. This Medical Sonographer operate specialized equipment that transmits high frequency, ultrasound waves in order to produce images of the areas scanned. Sonographer will perform advanced ultrasound scans that require delicate or exacting steps and seasoned judgment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Independently performs advanced ultrasound procedures.
• Consults with the referring physician regarding the patient’s medical history so that the proper ultrasound procedure is performed.
• Administer and interpret scans and recognize deviations from normal anatomy, contacting the physician when those deviations are found.
• Assist the physician with advanced scans and invasive procedures.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair of equipment and maintains quality control of equipment.
• Schedule ultrasound exams when necessary.
• Train resident physicians and other clinical professionals in the technique of ultrasound scanning; explains principles of ultrasound technology to staff.
• Maintains medical records, records of ultrasound procedures performed, and others as required.
• Participates in quality assurance activities.
• May act as a supervisor/manager including overseeing work, providing technical and operational assistance, and assigning daily work schedules.
• Performs duties at the lower level of this series, as required

Minimum Qualifications Required: 

Note: A Bachelor’s degree in a health care related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of generally accepted principles, theories and practices of ultrasound technology of U/S equipment, use and function; knowledge of terminology and techniques used for U/S.
• Knowledge of environmental standards and patient safety procedures.
• Ability to read and understand medical records and interpretation of clinical history.
• Ability to work effectively and pleasantly with patients, physicians, nurses, administrative, and support staff.
• Continually review anatomy and physiology and the effect of disease processes as they related to gynecology ultrasound.
• Read journals and attend annual conventions, seminars and symposiums to keep abreast of new techniques and developments in ultrasound.
• Ability to perform Biophysical Profile and Amniotic Fluid Index.
• Knowledge of health care facilities’ computer systems.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing and managing files and records.
• Demonstrate basic competencies in processing images and troubleshooting; performs minor trouble shooting operations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
• Ability to train students or residents.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

Illinois Residency is required within in 180 days of employment.

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