Ultrasound Technologist
Peoria, IL
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Tech

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform routine and specialized ultrasound examinations, adapting procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results.
• Prepare patients for examinations and use independent judgment under the direction of a radiologist.
• Ensure accurate and complete ultrasound exams for patients of all ages following medical imaging guidelines and standards.
• Demonstrate competency in performing ultrasound procedures and capturing required views showing appropriate anatomy and pathology.
• Knowledgeable in handling catheters, biopsy instruments, sterile trays, and assist radiologists with biopsies.
• Obtain accurate patient histories and explain procedures to patients and families.
• Enhance image quality using appropriate transducers and machine settings.
• Evaluate finished images to ensure diagnostic quality before submission to radiologists.
• Maintain quality care throughout procedures and assess abdominal arterial and venous systems using color imaging.
• Maintain working knowledge of ultrasound equipment operation, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Maintain clean work areas, stock supplies, and document equipment problems.
• Order labs and pathology tests under radiologist direction.
• Support medical imaging department functions, including training fellow technologists and students.
• Process images and paperwork promptly to ensure timely reporting.
• Coordinate patient flow for efficient care and accurately enter patient information into hospital information systems.
• Maintain quality assurance, control, and improvement programs.
• Foster a professional and respectful learning environment among staff.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist within the last year.
• Associate's Degree in Ultrasound/Sonography or Certificate of completion of an Ultrasound/Sonography program.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) certification.