UChicago Medicine is Hiring a NWIN Ultrasound Technologist, Registry Near Crown Point, IN
Job DescriptionJoin 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
Must comply with UCMC’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. 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, The University of Chicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. ________ Bring your career to the next level at a hospital that is thriving; from patient satisfaction to employee engagement, we are at the Forefront of Medicine. Take advantage of all we have to offer and #BringYourPassiontotheForefront. University of Chicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: www.uchospitals.edu/jobs The University of Chicago Medical Center 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.