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We are seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to join our team at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare. As a key member of our Echocardiography Department, you will be responsible for performing echocardiography procedures at a technical level, providing high-quality patient care, and maintaining a safe and positive work environment.

• Technical Duties:
  • Operate ultrasound equipment with expertise, selecting the proper transducer frequency for each examination
  • Maintain quality control of equipment and ensure proper use of technology in documentation
  • Recognize and differentiate anatomical/pathological structures, including age-specific differences
  • Assist patients in assuming physical positions for required examinations
  • Render initial interpretations to referring physicians and deviate from normal techniques when necessary
• Patient Duties:
  • Maintain a safe, positive, and professional atmosphere for patients, demonstrating interpersonal skills
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff
  • Monitor patient conditions during exams and report unusual occurrences to supervisors or ordering physicians
• Clerical Duties:
  • Perform various clerical tasks, including answering phones, checking requisitions, and amending orders
  • Keep records of echocardiograms for cardiologists
• General/Personal Duties:
  • Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and materials for procedures
  • Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of exam rooms
  • Adhere to dress and grooming policies
  • Organize and execute daily tasks in proper priority

• Completion of an ARDMS-accredited program in Cardiovascular Ultrasound
• Experience in adult and pediatric echocardiography, adult stress echos, and TEEs
• ARDMS (RDCS) registration or eligibility and/or an appropriate credential in echocardiography
• CCI (RCS) registration within 9 months of employment
• Verbal and written communication skills, medical terminology, and concepts
• Ability to use proper body mechanics and exercise independent judgment in emergency situations
• Commitment to maintaining positive working relationships with hospital personnel

• 1 year of experience in a hospital setting