Echo Sonographer

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota seeks a skilled echocardiography technologist to perform pediatric studies and prepare preliminary reports for physician review. The role emphasizes high-quality imaging and patient care within a pediatric-focused health system.

The position requires ARDMS/CCI credentials within a year, an associate degree in ultrasound, and BLS certification, with at least one year of related experience. It is an on-site full-time opportunity with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Ultrasound Technology from an accredited program.
• Credentialed in pediatric and adult echocardiography via ARDMS or CCI within one year of hire.
• Active basic life support status and maintained competency evaluations.
• Ability to read, write and use basic arithmetic and grammar.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain professionalism with patients and families in difficult situations.
• Minimum one year of prior experience in the related field.

Responsibilities

• Position exists to perform high quality and comprehensive pediatric echocardiographic examinations on patients and prepare preliminary reports for physician interpretation.

Education

Associates Degree in Ultrasound Technology

ARDMS/CCI certification within 1 year

Active BLS status

Confidentiality and professionalism

Multi-tasking ability

Reading/writing arithmetic and grammar

Minimum 1 year experience

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

Position Summary

Position exists to perform high quality and comprehensive pediatric echocardiographic examinations on patients and prepare preliminary reports for physician interpretation.

Required

• Associates Degree in Ultrasound Technology from an accredited program.
• Credentialed in pediatric and adult echocardiography via American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within one year of hire.
• Active basic life support status and technical competency evaluations must be maintained.
• Ability to read, write, and use basic arithmetic and grammar.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain professionalism with all patients and families when faced with difficult situations.
• Minimum one year of prior experience in related field.

Preferred

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-pediatrics).
• Minimum 1-3 years prior experience in related field.

Physical Demands

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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.