Diagnostic Sonographer

Job Summary At Allina Health, our Diagnostic Sonographers are key to delivering accurate, compassionate care through advanced imaging. Join a collaborative organization where your skill, insight and patient connection drive better outcomes every day. Key Position Details Location: 550 Osborne Rd NE Fridley, MN 55432-2718 Shift: Day/Evening (8/12 combo) with occasional weekend rotation Hours/Wk: 0 FTE, 8/12 combo shift, 8/12 Job 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. Principal Responsibilities Completes 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 have appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system Provides accurate clerical function using Excellian (electronic medical record) Uses Excellian to understand 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 Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or Technical Training graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology (2 year) and ARDMS registered or registry eligible 0 to 2 years of diagnostic sonography experience American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required upon hire Must be registered in one of the following: abdomen (AB), breast (BR), fetal echocardiography (FE), OB/GYN, pediatric sonography (PS) For AHG Clinic Locations and St. Francis Regional Medical Center: must be Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) upon hire All hospital locations require Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) within 6 months (Not required for High-Risk Perinatal, or Piper Breast Centers) Piper Breast Center locations require registration in Breast (BR) upon hire or within one year of hire At least one of the following BLS certifications: Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire) Physical Demands Medium Work. Lifting weight up to 32 lbs occasionally. Lifting weight up to 25 lbs frequently. Pay Range $40.08 to $54.93 per hour. 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. Benefits Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support EEO Statement and E-Verify Allina Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr