Sonographer | PRN

Sioux Center Health; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera St Mary's Hospital is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures with cognitive sonographic skills for image identification and recording.

Responsibilities include producing accurate images, initiating necessary actions with radiology, and ensuring quality and compliance across the department. On-call weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• ARDMS certification/registration at hire or within 1 year of employment.
• Ultrasound technologist credentials must be ARDMS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate clinical diagnostic ultrasound images per established standards.
• Initiates appropriate intervention to radiologist or provider when immediate attention is needed.
• Reviews indications for tests and clarifies with the provider when necessary.
• Maintains department policies, safety, and infection control.
• Assists with staff training and departmental record maintenance.

Education

Associate's or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

ARDMS certification/registration or equivalent

Job description

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$32.25 - $48.50

Location

Avera St Mary's Hospital

Worker Type

PRN

Work Shift

On Call (United States of America)

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$32.25 - $48.50

Position Highlights

Weekend On-Call coverage: Friday 4PM - Monday 6AM.

You Belong at Avera

Be 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 Overview

Performs a variety of technical and diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.

What You Will Do

• Produces accurate and efficient clinical diagnostic images as directed by providers and/or radiologists according to established standards and protocols.


• Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referring provider when test indicates immediate attention.


• Reviews appropriate indications for tests ordered and contacts provider for more information when needed, reporting inappropriate indications to leadership.


• Provides test data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to the reading radiologist for interpretation. Makes hard copy images as directed.


• Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control.


• Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation.


• Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by department manager, Quality Improvement, Joint Commission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the facility or law.


• Assists medical records reconciliation of signed orders to performed exams through daily QC.

Essential Qualifications

The 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. 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].

Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Associate's or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; six months to one year related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience


• Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) or equivalent registration Upon Hire


• Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) New Graduates must have initial registry within 1 year of hire within 1 Year

Preferred Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Vascular experience recommended

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment 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.