Ultrasound Technologist- Women's Health Reproductive Clinic

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a full-time Ultrasound Technologist for its Reproductive Medicine Clinic, with opportunities to float to the low-risk OB/GYN Department. The role performs diagnostic ultrasounds and uses sonographic judgment to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. The clinic performs follicular scans, saline infusion sonography, transvaginal gynecological exams, 3D ultrasound, and first-, second-, and third-trimester OB scans. Staff work closely with physicians and support staff in an AIUM-accredited center with state-of-the-art ultrasound rooms. The position includes a weekend and morning rotation schedule and outreach opportunities. Depending on the facility, responsibilities may also expand to echocardiography.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, an Allied Health Certificate/Diploma program, or at least one year of equivalent work experience preferred.
Registration in at least one of the following areas is required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible.
Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment, with recertification as necessary.
For work in North Dakota performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
For employees providing outreach mobile services, a valid driver’s license and good driving record are required; Sanford category driver’s license policy and medical guidelines apply when relevant.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Imaging school or an Allied Health Certificate/Diploma program.
At least one year of equivalent work experience.
Registry certification within two years after hiring.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations in a professional and diagnostic manner.
Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
Understand ultrasound equipment operation and use new technologies.
Establish and maintain ethical working relationships and rapport with patients and organizational staff.
Maintain high standards of medical ethics and pursue greater understanding and knowledge of sonography.
Demonstrate empathy, compassion, integrity, and professionalism, including during stressful situations.
Apply understanding of cross-sectional anatomy and age-related testing protocols.
Assist with accreditation requirements and processes as needed.
Coordinate work with physicians and other healthcare team members, including assisting during invasive procedures when applicable.
Supervise and train students and medical sonographers as needed.
Report equipment issues and request in-service support when needed.
Perform echocardiography if responsibilities are expanded by the facility.
For outreach mobile services, travel to assigned sites, which may involve flights and occasional overnight stays.