Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health conducts ultrasound examinations with professionalism and diagnostic accuracy. You will operate ultrasound equipment, apply advanced imaging techniques, and document findings while maintaining ethical patient relationships.

The role requires active credentials (RDMS/RVT/ARRT) or registry eligibility, BLS, and a valid driver's license for outreach needs. Join Sanford Health, a leading rural health system, to contribute to high-quality imaging services and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Registration in at least one of: RDMS, RVT, ARRT, or registry eligible.
• Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
• If ND-based, licensure through the NDMIRT Board is required.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary.
• For outreach mobile services, valid driver's license and good driving record are required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner.
• Operate ultrasound machines and utilize new technologies.
• Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations and document findings.
• Maintain ethical relationships with patients and staff; uphold medical ethics.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient care empathy

Ethical conduct

Education

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

ARRT registry eligible

Tools

NDMIRT licensure

Valid driver’s license

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

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

Summary

Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.

Job Description

Thoroughly understand the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilize new technologies. Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with patients and all organizational staff.

Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the sonography field. Displays empathy, compassion, and integrity.

Possesses an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy. Conducts self professionally at all times, even during moments of high stress.

Assists when necessary with the maintenance of accreditation requirements and processes. Understands age-related protocols for various testing. Coordinate work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures when applicable.

Supervises and train students and medical sonographers as needed. Reports and calls in-service requests on equipment when needed.

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

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Registration in at least one of the following areas of sonography is required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible.
• Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
• 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.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary 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.

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

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