Ultrasound Technologist

Altru Health System•Grand Forks, ND

7d•$34 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs general or vascular ultrasound exams, ensuring a written physician order is received and pertinent information is collected before each procedure. The technologist reviews exams in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for quality and completeness, completes required paperwork, and distributes exams for interpretation. The role includes maintaining the designated room and equipment, and supporting patient safety and comfort during transportation, immobilization, and positioning. The position is based at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and pays $33.80–$50.69. Required credentials include a Sonographer credential from the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners before the start date. The posting also lists certification deadlines for ARDMS Sonographer, ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or ARRT Sonographer credentials within 24 months of starting, and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days. A temporary North Dakota license is accepted before the start. One year of related experience is preferred. Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required.

Requirements

Sonographer credential from the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners before the start date; a temporary North Dakota license is accepted before the start.
Must be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Sonographer ARRT.
Obtain an applicable ARDMS Sonographer, ARDMS RVT, or ARRT Sonographer certification within 24 months of the start date, as listed in the posting.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of the start date.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including medium lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and sliding/transferring (20–40 pounds).

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Perform general or vascular ultrasound exams.
Confirm that a written physician order is received and collect pertinent information before ultrasound procedures.
Review exams in PACS for quality and completeness, complete paperwork, and distribute exams for interpretation.
Clean and stock the designated room, clean the ultrasound machine and filter, and delete exams from the machine daily.
Support patient safety and comfort during transportation, immobilization, and positioning.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed to meet department or organizational needs.