Ultrasound Technologist

Fairview Health Services; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

PTO

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Fairview is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join the imaging team at St John’s Hospital in Maplewood, MN. This 1.0 FTE role runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM and involves performing diagnostic ultrasound exams under a Radiologist.

The position requires BLS certification and registration as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer within 90 days, with preferred hospital experience across breast, general, interventional, OB and vascular ultrasound.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross).
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer credential required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of diagnostic ultrasound exams.
• Educates patients before and during the ultrasound exam, addressing questions and reducing anxiety.
• Prepares for exams by reviewing orders, medical history, and arranging supplies.
• Assists in interventional procedures by coordinating care and ensuring sterility.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job description

Job Overview

Here at Fairview, we are now seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our imaging team at our St John’s Hospital in Maplewood, MN! This is a 1.0 FTE (80 hours per 2 weeks) position that will work Monday through Friday from 3PM - 11:30PM.

Performs diagnostic Ultrasound exams under the direction of a Radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of thorough, diagnostic ultrasound exams.
• Educates patients prior to and throughout their ultrasound exam. Ensures all patient questions are answered and focuses on minimizing patient anxiety.
• Prepares for exams prior to patient's arrival. This includes reading the provider's order, reviewing pertinent medical history, consulting with clinician or radiologist, preparing paperwork and gathering supplies.
• Facilitates the performance of interventional procedures such as reading the provider's order, gathering medical history, coordinating care with other departments, setting up correct equipment and supplies, using proper sterile technique and communicating appropriately with performing physician.
• Makes quick and patient focused decisions in times of high patient volume and rapid change.
• Keeps patient environment and workspace clean and organized, which includes stocking linen and supplies in an organized and timely manner.
• Completes requisitions and charges for supplies in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring our patients receive prompt diagnosis and care.
• Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year hospital-based experience
• Proficiency in breast, general, interventional, OB and vascular ultrasound

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status