Ultrasound Technician

The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. S/he schedules and coordinates tests; records test results, and prepare and maintain operational logs. The Ultrasound Technologist calibrates and maintains equipment and orders supplies when needed.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

• Graduate from an AMA-approved school or the combination of education, knowledge, skills, mental development, and relevant experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position.
• ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) or ARRT(R)(S) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) registry is required within the first year of employment.

Desirable Education:

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Required Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer).

Desirable Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of Ultrasound (Sonographer) experience in Imaging in a health care setting.

Duties & Responsibilities:

General

• Prepare examination room, equipment, and materials as needed for patient.
• Follow prescribed techniques which include, but not limited to, adjustment of equipment; arranged immobilization; and support devices to obtain proper positioning of patient.
• Observe patient and machine during procedure and report unusual occurrences and record patient’s condition.
• Maintain adequate inventory of all necessary supplies.
• Perform general office duties, write reports, (with Radiologist consent), and any deemed necessary to maintain a controlled and functional department.
• Retain on-call status and rotating shift as required to meet departmental needs.
• Help maintain quality assurance, quality control, and maintain records as defined in departmental policies.
• Conduct on-going in-services for Hospital staff regarding patient preparation, length of exam; area of interest, order for exams, etc.
• Enter and retrieve information from computer, as necessary.

Patients

• Regard safety of patient as a priority in performing procedures.
• Treat patients in a professional manner.
• Maintain imaging equipment (make sure equipment is in proper working condition).
• Keep work area and equipment clean and neat.
• Clean and disinfect Ultrasound room and equipment before and after patient usage.
• Collaborate with other departments, as necessary to improve patient outcome.

A Roman Catholic facility founded by the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph and sponsored by Catholic Health International, St. Bernard Hospital aspires to live in the healing mission of Christ within the South Side community of Chicago. This mission calls us to care for the sick and promote the health of the residents in the community while witnessing the Christian values of respect, dignity, caring and compassion for all persons. In all matters, St. Bernard Hospital will show a special sensitivity to the culture of the people we serve and the unique needs of the poor and powerless.