Cardiac Sonographer

Sanford; Fargo (ND); Presencial; USD 47.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Descripción de la vacante

Sanford Health in the United States is hiring for an Echocardiography Sonographer. The role performs echocardiography, prepares patients, and produces images used for medical diagnosis in clinic, hospital, and mobile sites.

The position requires alignment with ASE standards, BLS certification, and compliance with HIPAA. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a two-year commitment and the schedule is day shifts, 40 hours per week.

Formación

• Graduates from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program.
• North Dakota/Minnesota/SD state variations apply for credentials; ARDMS/CCI/ARRT or equivalent may be required.
• BLS or Basic Life Support certification expected within six weeks of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform echocardiography tests and procedures per ASE standards.
• Prepare patients for exams and position them for imaging.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and record images for diagnostic use.
• Provide preliminary findings to the interpreting physician and assist in quality control.
• Instructors may supervise students or junior sonographers as needed.

Conocimientos

Echocardiography

Ultrasound imaging

Patient preparation

HIPAA compliance

Educación

Accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program

Allied health certificate/diploma in imaging modality

Herramientas

NDMIRT licensure

Descripción del empleo

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

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $34.00 - $52.00

• $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Union Position

No

Department Details

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.

Equal Opportunity

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

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