Diagnostic Sonographer Casual

Allina Health•Slaton, TX

29d•$40 - $55

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Casual - Flexible position Combination of 8 and 12 hour shifts - Day, Evenings and Night opportunities Occasional weekends Will train! 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.

Requirements

Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or Vocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible
0 to 2 years of diagnostic Sonography experience
FOR ALL SONOGRAPHY POSITIONS: 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)
AHG Clinic Locations and St. Francis Regional Medical Center you 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)
Additionally for Piper Breast Centers:
Piper Breast Center locations require registration in Breast (BR) upon hire or within one year of hire
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

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 has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
Provides accurate clerical function
Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
Understands the 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.

Benefits

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 also 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. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
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.
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.