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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Loyola Medical Center located in the western suburbs and approximately, 35 minutes from downtown Chicago. Easy access from I290 and I55.

Loyola Medicine, treating the whole person with compassion—to "also treat the human spirit.

Our Vision

As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life.

**Looking for champions to join our growing Team!**

Be part of the change and transformation happening at Loyola Medicine - Radiology department!

*Senior level Tech experienced (Ultrasound** **)** **Specialist required*

Hours:

+ Full-Time

+ 9am-5:30pm

+ Weekends: Saturday & Sunday 1st shift

+ Holiday: Coverage required

+ Expected shifts to flex: All

+ Locations: All (LUMC & off sites)

About the Job

In this role the Breast Imaging - Ultrasound Technical Specialist, in collaboration with the Radiology Leadership, including Physician Leader(s), functions as the technical **"subject matter expert".** **This position is charged with the development & implementation of all clinical imaging protocols for the region. The Ultrasound Modality Technical Specialist acts as the chief educator/super trainer for all staff, Clinical Instructor, Scanner Accreditations, oversees all Safety protocols and all research projects, directs quality for the modality, and serves as a liaison between the equipment vendor, physicians, & staff.** In addition, this person performs technical procedures, applying modality specific techniques that require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to provide the physician with the highest quality of diagnostic information.

Here is what you'll need

Required:

+ Associate Degree; graduate from an accredited two-year Ultrasound Program, required; OR equivalent training acquired via work experience

+ **Specific Degree(s):** Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) approved school of Ultrasound Technology

+ 3-5 years of previous job-related experience ​

+ May require on-call, weekend, holiday and emergency coverage as department needs warrant.

+ Requires travelling to offsite locations as needed

+ **Preferred:** Industry work experience as Ultrasound Application Specialist with a major medical equipment vendor.

Licensure/Certifications

Required:

+ CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) from American Heart Association ONLY

+ Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

+ **Other** : Registration in a minimum of three specialties by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) is required. Two of the registrations must be in the specialties of Abdomen and Obstetrics & Gynecology. The third registration must be in one of the following specialties: Neurosonography, Vascular Technology, Musculoskeletal, or Breast.

Required professional Skills

+ Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

+ Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.

+ Demonstrates proficient to expert knowledge of Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment, techniques, procedures, and inventory

+ Presents a positive attitude and a professional appearance to exemplify the profession and represent the department

+ Must demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to change and anticipate interruption

Perks & Benefits

+ Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental)

+ Daily Pay (NEW)

+ Competitive Shift Differentials

+ Career Development

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

+ 403(b) with Employer Match

+ On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)

+ Referral Rewards

+ Perks Program

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

+ We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities

+ We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Pay Range: $40- 59 per hour

_Actual compensation will fall within the range_ _but_ _may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles._

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran