Cardiac Sonographer
About The Position
At Allina Health, the Cardiac Sonographer performs high-quality cardiac ultrasound exams, delivers exceptional patient care, and contributes to cardiovascular imaging. The role provides ultrasound exams for cardiologist interpretation to support accurate diagnosis and help avoid repeat scans or shorten length of stay. The position serves inpatient and outpatient settings and may offer future training at other locations. On-call coverage is required, with competitive on-call compensation; all on-call echocardiograms are screened by cardiology. The team supports advanced cardiovascular services, including structural valve procedures, advanced heart failure care, and adult congenital care.
Requirements
- Associate's or vocational degree from a diagnostic sonography program; echocardiography preferred.
- 0 to 2 years of Cardiac Sonography experience.
- Meet at least one BLS requirement: current American Heart Association certification, current American Red Cross certification, or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
- RDCS through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or RCS through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International registry eligibility upon hire.
- Board certification within 6 months of hire; for St. Francis, certification must be obtainable within 1 year of hire.
- Valid driver's license upon hire. Minnesota and Wisconsin residents working in the MHI Mobile Echo department must obtain a valid license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment.
- Ability to lift up to 32 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently.
Nice To Haves
- Echocardiography education or training.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and specialized cardiac procedures in accordance with physician orders and department guidelines.
- Identify patients and set up for examinations.
- Accurately document all required aspects of procedures.
- Observe and communicate with patients, responding to their needs.
- Maintain a safe patient environment in the procedure area.
- Complete procedures accurately and demonstrate appropriate knowledge of diagnostic equipment.
- Maintain work knowledge and competence.
- Gather relevant information to assist with image interpretation.
- Verify that imaging has transferred appropriately to the imaging storage and retrieval system.
- Communicate with the RN about patient status and collaborate during procedures to ensure appropriate patient care.
- Notify the RN of immediate patient needs or concerns.
- Perform additional duties needed to complete the process.
- Finalize scan reports and send them to the appropriate area for reading.
- Participate in room turnover, including cleaning equipment.
- Restock and prepare the room for the next patient.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage.
- PTO/time away.
- Retirement savings plans.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
- Student loan support benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, resources, coaching, and tools.
- $10,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
