Cardiac Sonographer

Job Description

Under general supervision, produces images and/or diagnostic tests of designated anatomical areas as requested in order to provide the Radiologists /Cardiologist with diagnostic information.

Responsibilities:

1. Review procedure requisitions for appropriateness, document order completion in Hospital Information System.
2. Document pertinent patient information according to department policies.  Includes procedure specific forms and history assessment.
3. Provide explanation of procedure, discharge information, and expectations of test completion and availability of results.
4. Operate imaging equipment according to established procedures, (Ultrasound units and non-invasive physiologic units.)
5. Prepare images for interpretation by completing required printing and post processing protocols for appropriate archive retention.
6. Utilize appropriate immobilization and safety techniques to protect patients from safety risks.
7. Meet the individual physical and mental needs of patients during procedures including comfort, privacy, confidentiality and timely communication.
8. Perform equipment calibrations and quality control testing.
9. Maintain work area and equipment by proper use, routine cleaning, and ensuring there are adequate supplies.
10. Maintain skills and knowledge to provide care appropriate to the age and ability of each patient.
11. Assist patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a friendly, cooperative manner.
12. Follow infection control procedures at all times.
13. Follow hospital policies for safety.  Complies with specific department responsibilities during fire drills or alarms.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned.
15. Perform daily inspection of disinfection system in accordance with department policy.
16. Responsible for prompt reporting of any malfunction of equipment to supervisors.

Qualifications

Required:

Certification:

• Must be registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Echo and a registered RVT.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. 

Background Check 

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. 

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.  

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. 

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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.  

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.  

Compensation: 41.2 to 55.62 (USD) (HOURLY)