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Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - $15,000 Sig

Northwestern Medicine, Chicago

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Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus Join to apply for the Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus role at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus role at Northwestern Memorial Hospital Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The salary range for this position is $42.68 - $59.75 (Hourly Rate) Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. 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 located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Benefits: $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time) $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time) $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time) $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay Description This position qualifies for a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus The Cardiac Sonographer 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. The Cardiac Sonographer functions as an echocardiography technologist under the administrative direction of the Resource Coordinator of Cardiac Graphics. The sonographer is responsible for learning all the commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department and developing consistent proficiency in performing these procedures. These procedures include M-mode, two-dimensional, planar Doppler blood flow studies, Exercise and Dobutamine Stress tests, 3D echocardiograpy, as well as the techniques required to calculate measurements of chamber size and value area. Responsibilities: Learns and applies echocardiograph techniques in order to competently perform all commonly applied procedures according to set protocols established by cardiologists. Develops proficiency in performing these procedures. Ensures procedures are performed within designated time frames in order to maintain the daily schedule without unnecessary patient waiting time, cancellations and/or reschedules. Coordinates communications between referring physicians, departmental physicians and staff, nursing units and/or hospital staff to facilitate smooth patient and staff flow, inpatient transportation, scheduling, supply replenishment, equipment repair and problem-solving. Becomes knowledgeable in laboratory protocol, measuring heart chamber size and wall thickness, scanning techniques, preliminary interpretation of M-mode, two-dimensional, planar Doppler flow studies, 3D echo, as well as Stress Echoes. Qualifications Required: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer Preferred: CPR – Advanced Cardiac Life Support CPR – Basic Life Support Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences Minimum of two years performing Echocardiography Exams Physical Demands Requirement: Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds Equal Opportunity 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. Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Northwestern Memorial Hospital by 2x Get notified about new Cardiac Sonographer jobs in Chicago, IL . 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