Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

sanford; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health in Minnesota is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and capture high-quality images for diagnostic interpretation. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and precise imaging in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Candidates should have completed an accredited imaging program, be RDMS/RVT/ARRT eligible or registered within two years, and hold BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging or equivalent.
• Registration in at least one of the following: RDMS, RVT, or ARRT or registry eligible.
• Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
• ND licensure required if working in North Dakota.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment.
• Driver's license with good driving record for outreach/mobile services when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and apply new technologies.
• Establish rapport with patients and staff; maintain ethical standards.
• Coordinate with physicians and healthcare team; assist during invasive procedures when applicable.
• Supervise and train students and other sonographers as needed.

Skills

Empathy & patient care

Ethics & professionalism

Communication with team

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Imaging program

ND licensing (if applicable)

BLS certification

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

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Compensation

Salary Range: $33.00 - $49.50

$15,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment

Union Position

No

Department Details

No call, evenings, weekends or holidays!

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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