Ultrasound TechnologistOpening in Kankakee, Illinois, $2529.00 per week!

• Hours: 40

• Start Date: 03/13/2023

• $2529.00 weeklyincludes (lodging - $686.00 & meals/incidentals - $413.00)

Maxim Healthcare Staffing is looking forUltrasound Technicians/Sonographers to perform a variety of specializedtechnical tasks utilizing high frequency ultrasound waves to assist with thedetection of anatomical abnormalities.

For further informationand/or to apply to this opportunity, please contact Carl Colvin at

or email your resume to cacolvin @maximstaffing.com

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques.

• Utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, multi-format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations.

• Prepares patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated.

• Maintain patient records in division.

• Charge procedures and supplies in RIS. Archive and de-archive ultrasound data. Orient new

• Ultra-sonographers; provide education and training to new sonographers. Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

• Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones.

• Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Perform ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound, OB-GYN procedures as required.

• Utilize accessory equipment such as selective transducers, multi-format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations.

• Prepares patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist.

• Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated.

• Maintain patient records in division.

• Collaborate in quality control of equipment and filming and obtains service as required.

• Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures.

• Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers.

• Act in a team leader or leadership capacity on an as needed basis.

• Ensure correct charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies on a daily basis.

• Other Ultrasound Technicians/Sonographer duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A certification from an accredited ultrasound/sonography school related field preferred.

• Minimum of one year of experience as an ultrasound technician/sonographer preferred.

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• Current BLS card.

• Current TB test or chest x-ray.

• Current physical exam per state or Ultrasound Technicians/Sonographer contract requirements.

• Successfully pass all screening exams

• Must meet all of Maxim's pre-employment screening requirements

General Comments: 555168

Schedule:

10:00pm-6:00am

Sunday- Thursday

Requirements:

2 years of prior experience

ARRT Certification required

CPR BLS card

COVID card

Must have a flexible schedule

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.