Cardiac Sonographer

Sanford Health•Bismarck, ND

15d•$37 - $52

About The Position

Performs echocardiography tests and procedures in accordance with American Society of Echocardiography standards. Prepares patients for exams by explaining procedures, transferring them to the ultrasound table, applying gel, and positioning them. Operates ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, and performs echocardiograms. Provides oral and/or written preliminary summaries of technical findings to the interpreting physician for use in medical diagnosis. Understands ultrasound machine operation and uses new sonographic technologies when needed. Performs routine cardiac ultrasound procedures in clinics, hospitals, and mobile sites depending on location. Depending on the facility, responsibilities may also include ultrasonography. The position may involve supervising or training students and cardiac sonographers, assisting with IAC accreditation, and following safety, infection-control, and HIPAA-related policies and procedures.

Requirements

South Dakota: Graduate of an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program.
North Dakota: Graduate of an accredited cardiac sonography program or one year of cardiac sonography work experience preferred. On-the-job training may be considered with appropriate leadership approval; candidates must have an allied health certificate or diploma in an imaging modality to be considered.
Minnesota: Graduate of an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program, or a bachelor’s degree and one year of equivalent work experience.
All other states: At least one year of equivalent work experience or an allied health certificate/diploma.
South Dakota: ARDMS or CCI credential, or registry eligibility, required within 12 months in the position; leadership may set a shorter timeframe based on department needs.
All other states: ARRT, ARDMS, or CCI credential, or registry eligibility, required within 18 months of hire; leadership may extend this period based on department needs.
North Dakota employees performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures must have NDMIRT Board licensure.
Employees providing mobile outreach services must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record; the work may involve flying as a passenger and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites.
BLS certification is required within six weeks of employment and must be renewed as necessary.

Nice To Haves

North Dakota: Graduation from an accredited cardiac sonography program or one year of cardiac sonography work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, transferring and positioning patients, and applying gel.
Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record diagnostic images.
Perform echocardiograms and provide preliminary oral and/or written summaries of technical findings to interpreting physicians.
Understand ultrasound equipment and use new sonographic technologies when needed.
Perform routine cardiac ultrasound procedures in clinics, hospitals, and mobile sites, depending on location.
Interact professionally and effectively with other health care professionals.
Assist with submission and/or maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission accreditation when necessary.
Supervise or train students and cardiac sonographers as needed.
Follow Sanford safety and infection-control policies and established internal standards and procedures relating to HIPAA.
Perform ultrasonography as part of the role at certain facilities.