Ultrasound Technologist - BroMenn

Company: Carle Health
Location: Normal
Posted on: May 21, 2025

Job Description:

Overview

Performs general, OB and some vascular Ultrasound. May also perform breast Ultrasound. Maintains working knowledge of all Radiology and General Vascular U/S exams and procedures. Assists with the training of new staff.
Qualifications

License/Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (RDMS-AB) within 6 months - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Obstetrics and Gynecology (RDMS-OB/GYN) within 6 months - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Registered Vascular Technologist - Vascular Technology (RVT-VT) within 1 year - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Education:
Associate's Degree: Related Field; Certificate of Completion: Radiologic Technology

Other Knowledge/Skills:

Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex sonography imaging by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. Selects proper sonography protocols and techniques to obtain optimal data. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist. Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness. Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and other digital and reporting systems providing necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours. Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner. Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss. Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Sono Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence. Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity. May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer. Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department. Perform all other job duties as assigned. Stays current in obstetrical ultrasound practices and research. Processes images in accordance with standard procedures or techniques. Protects ultrasound patients by adhering to safety policies and protocols. Protects healthcare organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
About Us

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet - designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance---. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. - For more information: human.resources@carle.com.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $32.57per hour - $56.02per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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