Echo Technician - Hiring Now!

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JenCare is a full-risk primary care market leader with an innovative philosophy, unique physician culture and end-to-end customized technology. These things allow us to provide world-class primary care and coordinated care to the most vulnerable population moderate- to low-income seniors who have complex chronic diseases.

The Ultrasound Technologist is a certified medical professional responsible for helping doctors and other health professionals diagnose patients' ailments through the operation of special equipment that uses high-frequency sound waves to record images of internal organs. The incumbent in this role works directly with patients and their families, doctors and other medical personnel in a dynamic and professional environment to provide the highest level of quality healthcare to all patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs diagnostic procedures applying prescribed and proper methods of ultrasound techniques.
• Generates and produce diagnostic imaging using two-dimensional imaging, spectral and color flow Doppler as well as any other available imaging techniques.
• 1. Echocardiography/Cardiac Ultrasound
• 2. Vascular Ultrasound
• 3. General Ultrasound
• Selects proper transducer and adjustment of equipment according to the needs required for proper diagnostic testing (subject organ(s) to be examined, depth of field, etc.) along with other requirements for proper and productive testing.
• Explains the procedures to patients and address their concerns.
• Keys test data and patient information into computer to maintain record of test results.
• Generates detailed preliminary reports of findings.
• Communicates STAT findings as detailed in organizational processes.
• Consents patients as needed and ensures documents are transferred to patient’s medical records.
• Assists physician with ultrasound guided biopsies and/or invasive procedures.
• Maintains equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and industry standards, at least once a month.
• Monitors, records and communicates as appropriate the utilization of computerized documentation systems.
• Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Influences and create SOPs for Ultrasound best practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability and willingness to travel locally and/or regionally up to 40% of the time
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE CRITERIA:

• Graduate of an accredited school in Ultrasound Technology required
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related field preferred
• A minimum of 6 months of related work experience post internship/externship required
• A minimum of 2 years of experience post internship/externship preferred Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required to perform Echo cardiograms
• Must be registered in specific ultrasound modality they perform, e.g., vascular, general
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Family leave
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Neurology
• Radiology

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Did you graduate from an accredited school in Ultrasound Technology?
• Do you have a minimum of 2 years experience post internship Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer(RDCS) or Registered Cardia Sonographer (RCS) to perform Echo cardiograms?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sonography: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60652: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person