South Midwest HERC

As a member of our Right Now Program, you'll have the opportunity to work on a temporary basis in one of our esteemed clinical departments. We're seeking dedicated Medical Sonographer Specialist who thrive in dynamic environments and value flexibility in their day-to-day schedules. In this role, the incumbent will provide just-in-time coverage for clinics experiencing volume increases or last-minute call outs. Variable placements can be in 4 hour of full day increments.  

• Flexible scheduling options
• $55 per hour (*not benefit eligible)
• Experience in academic medicine 

1. Conduct standard sonographic exams on obstetric and gynecologic patients, both in assistance to physician and independently.
2. independently performs advanced or highly technical ultrasound examinations;
3. interprets scans and ensures that they provide physicians with required information;
4. provides technical assistance to researchers conducting studies using ultrasound techniques;
5. monitors the operation and calibration of laboratory equipment; makes moderate repairs.
6. participates in quality assurance activities.
7. trains staff in established procedures and new procedures being implemented in the laboratory; advises them on individual examinations as needed.
8. supervises/manages including overseeing work, providing technical and operational assistance, and assigning daily work schedules;
9. orientates, supervises, and evaluates the performance of students or residents in procedures in the laboratory.
10. organizes and coordinates overall patient/research subjects flow (out patients/subjects as well as scheduling the in-patients/subjects for the day).
11. assists with accreditation process.
12. performs duties at the lower level of this series, as required.
13. performs other related duties as assigned.

1.  High school graduate or equivalent.
   2. Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS); AND
   3. Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible work experience in the designated area of specialty; AND
   4. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
   *Note: A Bachelor's degree in a health care related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of experience. 
   
   
   
   Condition of Employment:  Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date.

About Southern Illinois University - School of Medicine

SIU School of Medicine was established in 1970 with a mission to educate physicians for central and southern Illinois. We are a medical school with four areas of excellence: medical education, patient care, research and community service. SIU School of Medicine provides education to undergraduate medical students, medical and surgical residents, fellows, and physician assistant students. Our clinical practice, SIU Medicine, includes a team of more than 250 health care professionals including university physicians and faculty members who are collectively dedicated to providing excellent medical care, advancement of care through research, and training the next generation of physicians. As the premier provider of health care services, SIU Medicine offers both primary care and specialized treatment services including preventative and diagnostic. SIU works in partnership with hospitals and clinics throughout central and southern Illinois to meet the health care needs of our communities.

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