Cardiac Sonographer

Location Address: 1455 Saint Francis Ave Shakopee, MN 55379-3374

Date Posted: September 01, 2026

Department: 46006106

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 24

Union Contract: SEIU-8-St Francis Technical-TSF

Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

At 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.

Key Position Details

.6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period)

No required call 60-minute echo slots to ensure high quality studies

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs 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 Qualifications

Associate's or Vocational degree from a diagnostic sonography program required, echocardiography preferred 0 to 2 years Cardiac Sonography experience

Valid 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 department

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
• ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• Registered 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 required Board certified within 6 months of hire; if working at St. Francis, must be able to obtain certification within 1 year of hire

Physical Demands

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

Pay Range

Pay Range Pay Range: $45.27 to $61.59 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly 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.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

• 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
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Diversity and Inclusion

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be 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.

E-Verify

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