Cardiac Sonographer

sanford; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available!

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota seeks a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiography studies across clinic and hospital settings. The role includes adult and pediatric imaging, 3D echo, and involvement with EP and Cath Lab procedures.

You will work a full-time schedule with rotating call and holiday coverage; new grads are welcome to apply as noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program (ND/SD/MN depending on state).
• North Dakota requires allied health certificate/diploma in an imaging modality for on-the-job training.
• ND/SD/MN requires ARDMS/CCI/ARRT credentials within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiography tests/procedures per ASE standards.
• Prepares patients, positions and applies gel for exams.
• Operates ultrasound equipment to record images of heart structures.
• Performs echocardiograms and provides preliminary findings to interpreting physician.
• Trains students and other sonographers as needed.
• Adheres to safety, HIPAA, and infection control policies.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Echocardiography

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year accredited cardiac ultrasound program

Allied health certificate/diploma in imaging

ARDMS/CCI/ARRT credentialing

Tools

Philips ultrasound equipment

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $37.00 - $52.00

Sign-on bonus

Sign-on bonus available!

Union Position

No

Department Details

Join our team where you will have the opportunity to use best practices and cutting-edge technologies. You will participate in performing adult and pediatric echoes, TEE, Watchman, TAVRs, 3D, ICE, and strain. You will also have the opportunity to perform bubble studies and echoes using an echo enhancing agent. The cardiac sonographer will assist in echo procedures in the Cath Lab and EP lab. Will train into pediatric echo and special procedures if needed. Enjoy using state of the art Philips equipment which includes several EPIC 7's.

Position is full-time, 80 hours per two week pay period to include rotating call and holiday schedule.

We are open to hiring new graduates!

Summary

Performs echocardiography tests/procedures in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography standards.

Job Description

Prepares patients for exams by explaining procedures, transferring patients to the ultrasound table, applying gel, and positioning patients properly. Operates the ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations. Performs the echocardiogram and oral and/or written preliminary summary of technical findings to interpreting physician for use in medical diagnosis.

Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new sonographic technologies when needed. Performs routine cardiac ultrasound procedures in a clinic, hospital, and mobile sites depending on location. Interacts professionally and effectively with fellow health care professionals. Assists in the submission and /or maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) accreditation when necessary.

Supervises or trains students and cardiac sonographers as needed. Adheres to safety and infection control policies established by Sanford. Adheres to established internal standards and procedures abstracted from Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA).

Additionally, based on the facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include ultrasonography.

Qualifications

• When working or hired in South Dakota: Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program required.
• When working or hired in North Dakota: Graduate from an accredited school of cardiac sonography program or one year work experience in cardiac sonography preferred. On the job training may be considered with appropriate leadership approval and must have an allied health certificate/diploma in an imaging modality to be considered for on the job training.
• When working in Minnesota: Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program OR a bachelor's degree and one year equivalent work experience required.
• When working in all other states: Minimum of one year equivalent work experience or an allied health certificate/diploma required.
• When working or hired in South Dakota: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible is required within 12 months into the position. Leadership may require this to be obtained in less than 12 months depending on needs of the department. Department needs may shorten this time frame if applicable.
• When working in all other states: Credentialed with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible is required within 18 months of hire. Leadership may extend this time depending on department needs.
• If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
• For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver's license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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