Ultrasound Technologist - Casual

Northfield Hospital + Clinics; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 61,179 - 86,361; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Bilingual staff program

Employee assistance program

Discounts on cafeteria

Job summary

Northfield Hospital + Clinics seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams with compassionate patient care, ensuring image quality and accurate documentation in a collaborative environment.

Requirements include ARDMS RDMS in Abdomen or OB/GYN or ARDMS registry eligibility, RVT/RVS or ARRT vascular credentials within set timelines, English proficiency, and safety compliance. Shifts include mornings with on‑call coverage.

Qualifications

• RDMS – ARDMS registration in Abdomen or OB/GYN or ARDMS Registry eligible and completion within 6 months of hire.
• RVT – ARDMS registration in Vascular or RVS – ARRT registration in vascular or completion of RVT/RVS within one year of hire.
• Must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program for BLS certification and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment, remaining current with quarterly assignments.
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient care by demonstrating compassion, thoroughly explaining procedures to patients, providing patient comfort, answering patient questions and completing exams in a timely manner.
• Prepare patient for imaging exams by reviewing provider orders and notes, confirming correct exam to be performed, accurately assessing patient’s needs, positioning patient appropriately for exam and providing patient education.
• Perform quality exams by operating applicable imaging equipment competently, including data acquisition, image manipulation and reconstruction, and quality control measures to ensure optimal diagnostic images while monitoring patient throughout the exam.
• Maintain accurate patient records by completing correct and timely entries in all electronic health systems (HIS/RIS, PHA, PACS) and department‑specific programs.
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work calmly. Anticipate work to be done, seek to assist others, and maximize productivity in both patient care and non‑patient care departmental tasks.
• Stay current in the field by enhancing personal professional skills and knowledge through CEUs, self‑study, research and dialogue, ensuring competency in all assigned exams and the ability to float to assigned areas.
• Support the organization by performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

RDMS ARDMS registration

RVT ARDMS/Vascular

English proficiency

BLS/CPR CPI

Job description

Job Summary

Successfully meets the needs of patients and families by delivering excellent patient care, performing a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a compassionate and safe manner. Utilizes ultrasound equipment and manipulates technical controls to attain quality diagnostic images and performs procedures in accordance with established practices. Contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment and maintains adequate records by reviewing physician orders for accuracy and completing all post exam activities associated with the patient’s exam.

Job Title

Ultrasound Technologist

Compensation

Hourly wage range: $44.41–$62.69 (base wage). Compensation will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations.

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver excellent patient care by demonstrating compassion, thoroughly explaining procedures to patients, providing patient comfort, answering patient questions and completing exams in a timely manner.
• Prepare patient for imaging exams by reviewing provider orders and notes, confirming correct exam to be performed, accurately assessing patient’s needs, positioning patient appropriately for exam and providing patient education.
• Perform quality exams by operating applicable imaging equipment competently, including data acquisition, image manipulation and reconstruction, and quality control measures to ensure optimal diagnostic images while monitoring patient throughout the exam.
• Maintain accurate patient records by completing correct and timely entries in all electronic health systems (HIS/RIS, PHA, PACS) and department‑specific programs.
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work calmly. Anticipate work to be done, seek to assist others, and maximize productivity in both patient care and non‑patient care departmental tasks.
• Stay current in the field by enhancing personal professional skills and knowledge through CEUs, self‑study, research and dialogue, ensuring competency in all assigned exams and the ability to float to assigned areas.
• Support the organization by performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• RDMS – ARDMS registration in Abdomen or OB/GYN or ARDMS Registry eligible and completion within 6 months of hire.
• RVT – ARDMS registration in Vascular or RVS – ARRT registration in vascular or completion of RVT/RVS within one year of hire.
• Must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program for BLS certification and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment, remaining current with quarterly assignments.
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• RDMS and RVT – ARDMS Registration in Abdomen, OB/GYN, and Vascular and minimum two years experience.

Schedule

• Varying days/shifts.
• Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, 10:30 AM–7:00 PM.
• On‑call requirements: participate in weekday evening/night and weekend call coverage.
• Must be able to report within 45 minutes when on call.

Benefits

• Eligible for shift differential pay in addition to base wage.
• Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) accrued on first paycheck.
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match.
• Optional 457(b) retirement plans.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles.
• Employer‑provided certifications and continuing education.
• Additional perks: free on‑site parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items.

This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.