The University of Chicago Medicine
Cardiac Sonographer, Pediatric Heart Station - Full-Time, Days
The University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
Join us At the Forefront, at
The University of Chicago Medicine , as a
Cardiac Sonographer I
in the
Pediatric Heart Station .Eligible for a Sign On Bonus for up to $5,000!In this role, the
Cardiac Sonographer
will perform pediatric transthoracic echocardiography studies as well as all aspects of echocardiographic imaging under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III and under the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging Laboratory. The University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital echocardiography experts perform many types of echo procedures, including transthoracic echocardiography, fetal echocardiography, and Transesophogeal Echocardiography (TEE). Comer Children's pediatric lab is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in Pediatric, Fetal and Transesophogeal Echocardiograms.Essential Job FunctionsPreparing patients for Transthoracic echo and Stress Echo procedures, reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician, and communicates with patients, customers, and staff in a respectful and compassionate manner.Utilizes Xcelera data archiving system and Electronic Medical Records system to record, charge and report procedures.Actively participates in process improvement activities.Involved in research and publications to be at the cutting edge of the field.Performs other duties assigned.QualificationsHigh School Graduate or equivalent.Successful completion of clinical hours at accredited lab.Good communication skills, both written and speech.Obtaining registry status with either Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.Position DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE.Shift: Day, 10 hours.Unit/Department: Pediatric Heart Station.CBA Code: Non-Union.In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. You will generally be scheduled to work the Day shift, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, and will be scheduled for on-call shifts. You will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work between Monday - Friday and one weekend shift every 6 weeks.Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:
UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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Join us At the Forefront, at
The University of Chicago Medicine , as a
Cardiac Sonographer I
in the
Pediatric Heart Station .Eligible for a Sign On Bonus for up to $5,000!In this role, the
Cardiac Sonographer
will perform pediatric transthoracic echocardiography studies as well as all aspects of echocardiographic imaging under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III and under the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging Laboratory. The University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital echocardiography experts perform many types of echo procedures, including transthoracic echocardiography, fetal echocardiography, and Transesophogeal Echocardiography (TEE). Comer Children's pediatric lab is accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in Pediatric, Fetal and Transesophogeal Echocardiograms.Essential Job FunctionsPreparing patients for Transthoracic echo and Stress Echo procedures, reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician, and communicates with patients, customers, and staff in a respectful and compassionate manner.Utilizes Xcelera data archiving system and Electronic Medical Records system to record, charge and report procedures.Actively participates in process improvement activities.Involved in research and publications to be at the cutting edge of the field.Performs other duties assigned.QualificationsHigh School Graduate or equivalent.Successful completion of clinical hours at accredited lab.Good communication skills, both written and speech.Obtaining registry status with either Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.Position DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE.Shift: Day, 10 hours.Unit/Department: Pediatric Heart Station.CBA Code: Non-Union.In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. You will generally be scheduled to work the Day shift, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm, and will be scheduled for on-call shifts. You will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work between Monday - Friday and one weekend shift every 6 weeks.Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:
UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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