Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Good Samaritan Society; Sioux Falls, Northern (SD, KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and record high-quality images. You will operate ultrasound equipment, understand cross-sectional anatomy, and maintain ethical patient relations while coordinating with physicians and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting during invasive procedures when applicable, and supporting accreditation processes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Imaging program or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Registration in RDMS/RVT/ARRT or registry eligible; registry preferred within two years after hiring.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner.
• Identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
• Coordinate with physicians and healthcare team members; assist during invasive procedures when applicable.
• Supervise and train students and medical sonographers as needed.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Cognitive sonography

Patient care

Education

Accredited Diagnostic Imaging program

Registry (RDMS/RVT/ARRT)

BLS certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Cancer Center Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1309 W 17th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50

Job 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. 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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0266657
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No