Cardiac Sonographer

Cardiac SonographerAt Allina Health, our Care Team Members are at the forefront of guiding, inspiring, and comforting the patients who trust us with their care. Perform high quality ultrasound exams as a Cardiac Sonographer deliver exceptional patient care and contribute to the advancement of cardiovascular imaging!**$10,000 STARTING BONUS FOR ELIGIBLE EXTERNAL TALENT**A few of the exciting reasons to join our Cardiac Imaging Team:Physician support, collaboration, education, and CME'sCutting edge structural valve program- including TAVR and mitral valve clips including first in the U.S to implant the TriClip™ SystemAdvanced heart failure center including transplant, ECMO and LVADAdult congenital center1.0 FTE (80-hours per two week pay period)8 Hour shift: Monday-Friday with occasional weekend rotation (7:30am-4pm)Occasional weekendsOpportunities for both Cardiac & VascularJob Description:Provides high quality cardiac ultrasound exams for cardiologist interpretation, resulting in accurate diagnosis and/or shorter length of stay without repeat scans. Principle ResponsibilitiesPerforms routine and special cardiac procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines Identifies patient and does set up for exam.Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.Observes and communicates with patient responding to needs.Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.Completes 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 imaging has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.Communicates with RN regarding patient status Works together during specific procedures to ensure appropriate patient care.Notifies RN of immediate patient needs or concerns.Performs additional duties to complete process Finalizes scan reports and sends to appropriate area for reading.Participates in room turnover, including cleaning of equipment.Restocks and prepares room for next patient.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsAssociate's or Vocational degree from a diagnostic sonography program required, echocardiography preferred0 to 2 years Cardiac Sonography experienceLicenses/CertificationsBLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - MultisourceRegistered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) registry eligible upon hire requiredBoard certified within 6 months of hire; if working at St. Francis, must be able to obtain certification within 1 year of hireValid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if working in MHI Mobile Echo departmentPhysical DemandsMedium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay Range: $41.28 to $57.11 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Benefits include:Medical/DentalPTO/Time AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-term/Long-term DisabilityVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.