What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Sonographer Specialist - Imaging & Diagnostic Services position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Hiring Department: Radiology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1040613
FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: 40 hours, rotating weekends, on-call, holidays
Shift: Evenings
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: April 30, 2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $52.42 - 81.03 / Hourly Wage (This Position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to $8,000.00)
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 Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of 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. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Medical Sonographers operate specialized equipment that transmits high frequency, ultrasound waves in order to produce images of the areas scanned. Sonographers in this series primarily scan abdominal, pelvic, lower and upper extremities areas of the body (such as the spleen, liver, pancreas, uterus, kidneys, or thyroid, etc.), or perform OB/GYN related procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
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 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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.
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1040613
FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: 40 hours, rotating weekends, on-call, holidays
Shift: Evenings
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: April 30, 2026
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $52.42 - 81.03 / Hourly Wage (This Position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to $8,000.00)
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 Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of 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. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Medical Sonographers operate specialized equipment that transmits high frequency, ultrasound waves in order to produce images of the areas scanned. Sonographers in this series primarily scan abdominal, pelvic, lower and upper extremities areas of the body (such as the spleen, liver, pancreas, uterus, kidneys, or thyroid, etc.), or perform OB/GYN related procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Performs ultrasound scans within the ultrasound section providing complete and accurate imaging for diagnostic assessment of anatomy such as abdomen, pelvis, and small parts.
- Performs advanced or complex exams and assists with clinical procedures.
- Provides physicians with required technical imaging information and in the electronic medical record.
- Monitors the operation of ultrasound equipment, reports service issues, and makes minor repairs.
- Participates in quality assurance tracking for optimal clinical outcomes and for meeting organizational metrics.
- Trains staff in established procedures and new protocols being implemented in the department; reviews imaging and advises staff related to any quality deficiencies.
- May act as a charge technologist to assist the manager including overseeing work, providing technical and operational assistance, and assigning daily work schedules.
- Orientates and evaluates the performance of students or residents on procedures in the department.
- Organizes and coordinates overall patient/research subject flow on a daily basis including outpatients the inpatients.
- Provides technical assistance to researchers pertaining to the use of vascular ultrasound including planning and review of approved protocols.
- Assists with the accreditation application process and selection of images as needed.
- Performs duties at the lower level of this series, as required.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS).
- Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible work experience in the designated area of specialty.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Evening shift
- Rotating weekends, On-Call rotation. Holiday Rotation
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 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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.
Salary : $52 - $81