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Allina Health

Diagnostic Sonographer - Women's Health

Allina Health, Eagan, Minnesota, United States,


Number of Job Openings Available:1

Date Posted:September 19, 2024

Department:62144400 Allina Health Group East Metro Women's Health

Shift:Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:20

Union Contract:Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:None

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:*THIS POSITION INCLUDES A $7,500 SIGNING BONUS FOR EXTERNAL TALENT*

Certified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registered in abdomen, and/or OB/GYN, registry eligible upon hire.40 hours every per two weeks pay periodBenefit eligible!Varied days Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4:30 PMNo weekends, evenings or HolidaysOccasionally float to Eagan Women's HealthJob 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 of diagnostic Sonography experience

Licenses/CertificationsCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registered in abdomen, and/or OB/GYN, registry eligible upon hire

orCertified 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 andRegistered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registered RVT upon hire for AHG Clinic Locations orRegistered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registry eligible, registered within 6 months for Hospital locationsBLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required upon hire

Physical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently