Sonographer-Full and Part Time Positions Available Sign on Bonus Eligible

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?

Explore an enriching career opportunity at Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital as we embark on an exciting expansion project dedicated to enhancing patient care in our community. This endeavor will not only double our inpatient capacity through new patient care pavilions but also upgrade our Emergency Department with advanced diagnostic imaging capabilities. As a Magnet® designated hospital with a prestigious Magnet with Distinction® honor, we pride ourselves on nursing excellence and exceptional patient outcomes.

Join our ultrasound team, where you’ll work with cutting-edge technology including Philips systems and innovative workflow tools like Epic EHR and ModLink. Our vibrant team culture emphasizes collaboration, patient safety, and a strong work-life balance—there's no on-call work required. With free parking and convenient onsite amenities such as Starbucks and walking trails, you’ll find Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital to be the ideal environment to grow personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in patient care.

Current Oppurtunites: 

• Full Time Day shift opening (Weekend rotation required)
• Full Time Evening and Overnight shift positions. (Weekend requirement of working 1 weekend [Saturday and Sunday] overnight shift for both evening and overnight positions.)
• Part Time Evening and Overnight positions. (Same weekend requirement as above.)
• Casual/as needed position
• One holiday shift required per year for all positions. 

Select positions are offering a sign on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible candidates. 

Want to learn more about our hospital expansion? Click the link below to follow along about exciting project updates! Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Campus Development or watch a short video about our expansion project! Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - YouTube

The Ultrasonographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

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.

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Required:

• 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent.
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• BLS through American Heart Association.
• Physical Demand Requirement:
  • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.