Allina Health
Diagnostic Sonographer
Allina Health, Shakopee, Minnesota, United States, 55379
Number of Job Openings Available:1
Date Posted:September 25, 2024
Department:46006106 Radiology
Shift:Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:40
Union Contract:SEIU-8-St Francis Technical
Weekend Rotation:Occasional
Job Summary:Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:1.0 FTE (80 hours every two weeks)8-hour, day / evening shiftsOccasional weekend shifts are required - not a set rotation although some weekends will be requiredSEIU represented positionJob Description:Performs abdominal, small parts, OB/GYN, vascular imaging and provides sonography guidance for interventional procedures, in accordance with department policies and the American College of Radiology (ACR). Uses independent judgment, and has thorough understanding of equipment and positioning to provide optimum service to patients and providers.
Principle ResponsibilitiesCompletes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
Identifies patient with two identifiers.Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.Maintains work knowledge and competence.Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.Verifies all images has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
Provides accurate clerical function
Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).Understands the storage and retrieval system.Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
Communicates with Supervisor and team
Reports problems, issues or ideas.Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
Other duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsAssociate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible0 to 2 years Diagnostic Sonography experience
Licenses/CertificationsMust meet at least one of the following:Certified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registered in abdomen, and/or OB/GYN High Risk Perinatal, registry eligible upon hireCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography registered in Breast upon hire required for Piper Breast Center LocationsCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registry eligible, registered within 6 months of hire, and either:Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registered RVT upon hire for AMG ClinicsRegistered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registry eligible, registered within 6 months for Hospital locationsMust meet at least ONE of the requirements below:Current BLS certification from the American Heart AssociationCurrent BLS certification from the American Red CrossAllina in-house BLS training within 60 days of hire
Physical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently
Date Posted:September 25, 2024
Department:46006106 Radiology
Shift:Day/Evening (United States of America)
Shift Length:8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:40
Union Contract:SEIU-8-St Francis Technical
Weekend Rotation:Occasional
Job Summary:Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:1.0 FTE (80 hours every two weeks)8-hour, day / evening shiftsOccasional weekend shifts are required - not a set rotation although some weekends will be requiredSEIU represented positionJob Description:Performs abdominal, small parts, OB/GYN, vascular imaging and provides sonography guidance for interventional procedures, in accordance with department policies and the American College of Radiology (ACR). Uses independent judgment, and has thorough understanding of equipment and positioning to provide optimum service to patients and providers.
Principle ResponsibilitiesCompletes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
Identifies patient with two identifiers.Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.Maintains work knowledge and competence.Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.Verifies all images has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
Provides accurate clerical function
Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).Understands the storage and retrieval system.Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
Communicates with Supervisor and team
Reports problems, issues or ideas.Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
Other duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsAssociate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible0 to 2 years Diagnostic Sonography experience
Licenses/CertificationsMust meet at least one of the following:Certified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registered in abdomen, and/or OB/GYN High Risk Perinatal, registry eligible upon hireCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography registered in Breast upon hire required for Piper Breast Center LocationsCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registry eligible, registered within 6 months of hire, and either:Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registered RVT upon hire for AMG ClinicsRegistered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registry eligible, registered within 6 months for Hospital locationsMust meet at least ONE of the requirements below:Current BLS certification from the American Heart AssociationCurrent BLS certification from the American Red CrossAllina in-house BLS training within 60 days of hire
Physical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently