Sonographer-Ultrasound Part Time Evenings

at  Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description

• Ensures all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged and tracked accurately.
• Communicates with patient before procedure, explains risks and what can be expected; communicates during procedure to monitor safety and comfort.
• Obtains complete patient history for radiologist to assist in rendering results.
• Enters data such as type of scan, selects proper transducer and techniques.
• Conducts scan according to set protocol per organ or anatomical site; accurately annotates images.
• Views images on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures; reviews scan with radiologist prior to releasing patient as necessary.
• Prepares images and compiles study for radiologist relaying all appropriate information.
• Assists and accurately sets up for amniocentesis, aspiration and biopsies by performing preliminary studies to locate appropriate entry site and provide needle direction guidance.
• Calls referring physician for “wet readings” after reviewing the images with a radiologist.
• Performs clerical tasks such as receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping.
• Maintains and cleans work area and equipment.
• Replenishes supplies and stocks rooms as needed.