Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Educational Sponsorship

Overview Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another. Location: Altru Clinic 1300 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201 Pay Range: $33.80 - $50.69 Summary Educational Sponsorship Program: Altru encourages and supports the continuing growth and development of its current and future employees by offering educational financial assistance. The educational sponsorship incentive program is intended to cover all or a portion of the per semester cost of tuition, program and management fees while pursuing a degree required for a qualified future role at Altru. Program Eligibility Must maintain full time enrollment at an accredited regional academic partner and complete program within expected academic guidelines, i.e., associates, 2 years, bachelor’s, 4 years Recipients must provide proof of on-going full-time enrollment within degree program, i.e., transcript and must maintain at least a cumulative 2.0 GPA to continue to qualify for the educational sponsorship. For programs which clinical rotations are required, student will be expected to complete clinical rotation at Altru Current employees must maintain at least casual employment status while enrolled and pursuing a qualified degree If a current employee, must be in good standing at the time of application Employment Commitment Employee recipients/student recipients receiving organizational funds through the educational sponsorship program are required upon completion of degree to commit to remaining a full-time employee of Altru based on the following: Education related expenses up to $25,000: two (2) year employment commitment Education related expenses exceeding $25,000: three (3) year employment commitment This sponsorship can be used in conjunction with other financial aid. Those employees/students currently enrolled in an accredited academic program are eligible to apply for an education sponsorship for the remainder of the academic degree program, however, tuition and fees paid prior to acceptance into the sponsorship program are not eligible for retroactive payment of past tuition and related expenses. How To Apply For Educational Sponsorship Interested employees/candidates can apply through this posting and proceed through the recruitment selection process. It is necessary to begin this process early as the completed application must be received by Human Resources at least 30 calendar days prior to commencement of educational program. Selected employee/candidate must agree to and sign Educational Sponsorship Agreement. Essential Job Functions Performs general or vascular ultrasound exams. Assures that a written physician order is received prior to an exam procedure and collects pertinent information prior to the ultrasound procedure. Reviews exams on Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), checking for quality and completeness. Completes proper paperwork and distributes exams for interpretation. Efficiently performs all tasks within their designated room, including cleaning and stocking their room, cleaning the machine and filter, and deleting exams off the machine daily. Demonstrates regard for patients’ safety and comfort during transportation, immobilization and positioning of patient. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization. Certification Sonographer | North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners | Prior to Start Date Sonographer | American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) | Within 24 Months of Start Date Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) | ARDMS | Within 24 Months of Start Date Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date Notes Must be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Temporary ND license accepted prior to start Work Experience Preferred: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience Language Requirements This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members. Physical Demands Sit: Frequently Stand: Occasionally Walk: Frequently Stoop/Bend: Occasionally Reach: Frequently Crawl: Not Applicable Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally Twist: Occasionally Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously See: Continuously Hear: Continuously Weight Demands Lift - Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds) Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds) Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds) Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds) Working Conditions Indoor: Continuously Outdoor: Not Applicable Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable Driving Requirement Definitions Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials. Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily. Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week. Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive. Driving Requirement For This Position Infrequent Driver Reference ID: R4841 Note: The description above includes essential duties, qualifications, and benefits to describe this role. It has been reformatted for clarity and accessibility while preserving the original information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Altru Health System