Sonographer | Maternal Fetal | PRN

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Maternal Fetal Medicine Sioux Falls is seeking a Sonography professional to perform ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians. You will explain procedures to patients, position them, and operate ultrasound equipment to obtain clear images for review by the obstetric team.

Responsibilities include documenting tests, assisting with procedures such as amniocentesis, participating in quality improvement, and training staff and students.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or radiology certificate required.
• RDMS OB/GYN certification within 1 year.
• 1–3 years ultrasound experience in OB/GYN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Explains procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Positions patients and selects appropriate transducer.
• Conducts scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment and moves scanner to focus.
• Makes hard copy images and documents tests.
• Assists physician in procedures such as amniocentesis.
• Participates in quality assessment and improvement plans.
• Assists staff and students with on-the-job training and orientation.
• Enters data into report system and monitors inventory of supplies.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree in Sonography

Certificate of completion from an accredited School of Radiology

RDMS (OB/GYN) ARDMS within 1 year

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Report system data entry

Job description

Location:Avera Maternal Fetal Medicine Sioux FallsWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$30.75 - $46.25Position HighlightsYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewResponsible for performing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures for patients as ordered according to established standards and practices.What you will doPerforms ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians. Explains procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results.Positions patients. Selects appropriate transducer, depending upon depth of field, organ to be identified, etc. Conducts scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment. Moves scanner over specified body areas, adjusts equipment to focus. Makes hard copy images as directed; documents tests.Assists physician in such procedures as amniocentesis, etc.Participates in the quality assessment and improvement plan, assuming responsibility for specific quality control duties.Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation.Assists physicians and enters data into report system.Monitors inventory of supplies, orders and expired items and notify appropriate individual when stock is low.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Associate's Degree in Sonography or Associates or certificate of completion from an accredited School of Radiology.RDMS (OB/GYN) - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 YearPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:1-3 years of additional ultrasound experience/training in OB/GYNExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].