Sonographer - Full-time

*This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus* Join the team at Avera! Award Winning Health Care: Avera has been named among the nation's 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME. Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, and options for: Student Loan Repayment Program, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth. Avera St. Luke's Named Top 20 Rural Community Hospital Avera Named to Forbes' Best-in-State Employers List Avera St. Luke's Hospital is looking for a Sonographer to join our Team! This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus! Position Highlights: * Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1! * Options for Free Health Insurance! * Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. * Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster. * Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further their education in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility. * Job Summary * The Sonographer is accountable for performing a variety of technical and diagnostic procedures in Ultrasound as assigned. * Responsible for day-to-day operations of the ultrasound department, to include the ultrasound operations at the Breast Center. * Participate in process improvement projects as designated by administration or director, such as patient satisfaction or other quality improvement projects. * Ensure policies, standard protocols, and procedures are followed and maintained. * Participates in the instruction of students and other staff. * Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. Education and/or Experience * Associate's degree is required. * Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, or accredited ultrasound school, or equivalent specialty. Must have passed the ARDMS, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer's board exam. * A minimum of one year experience in general ultrasound and vascular procedures is preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registration * Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in ultrasound or advanced certification in Ultrasound by ARDMS or equivalent. Work Schedule * Day shift; 80 hours 2 weeks * Every 4 th holiday * Call time once a week and every 4 th -5 th weekend Pay The hourly range for this position is listed below. The actual hourly rate is dependent upon experience. * $30.25-45.75 per hour What Makes Avera Special? Sonographer - Full-time at Avera St Luke's Hospital summary: The Sonographer at Avera St. Luke's Hospital performs technical and diagnostic procedures in ultrasound, ensuring that day-to-day operations are maintained according to established protocols. This role offers the opportunity for career growth, competitive pay, and various benefits including a sign-on bonus and options for student loan repayment. Candidates should have at least an associate's degree and relevant certification in ultrasound technology. Keywords: sonographer, ultrasound technician, healthcare, medical imaging, patient care, diagnostic procedures, radiologic technology, career growth, Avera St. Luke's, health insurance