Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Sioux Falls, SD - FT

Good Samaritan Society; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Work/life balance benefits

Job summary

A major health system in Sioux Falls is seeking a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. This role involves performing echocardiography tests and clinical evaluations while maintaining patient care standards. Candidates must possess an Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology and RDCS AE certification. Additionally, applicants should have at least one year of independent experience in adult echocardiography. The position offers a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working independently in adult echocardiography required.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography (RDCS AE) certification is required.
• ND licensure required for imaging procedures if working in North Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound and clinical evaluations with limited supervision.
• Conducts echocardiography tests according to standards.
• Trains new employees and students in sonography.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cognitive sonographic skills

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Children's Hospital

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Address: 1600 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Responsibilities

Performs all required ultrasound and clinical evaluations at a technical level requiring limited supervision. Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field of adult and pediatric cardiac disease and new techniques as they evolve. Performs clinical assessments and diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations. Utilizes cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. Responsible for the safety, mental, and physical comfort of the patient while in the sonographer's care. Assists with the maintenance of laboratory accreditation. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all customers (i.e. patients, co-workers, physicians, peers, etc.). Performs procedures at the hospital and at outreach mobile sites. Outreach mobile requires driving and/or flying with our without physicians. Overnight stays as necessary. Performs echocardiography tests and procedures in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography standards. Trains and orientates new employees and/or sonography students. Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new sonographic technologies. Interacts professionally and effectively with fellow healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.

Minimum of one year of experience working independently in adult echocardiography is required.

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography (RDCS AE) certification is required. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS PE) registry certified or must be obtained within 12 months of training with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.

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.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

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 Health 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-0236513

Job Function: Allied Health

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