Ultrasound Technologist

Altru Health System • Grand Forks, ND

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs general or vascular ultrasound exams at Altru Hospital. The technologist confirms receipt of a written physician order and gathers pertinent information before each procedure. They review exams in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for quality and completeness, complete required paperwork, and distribute exams for interpretation. The position also involves maintaining the designated room and equipment, and supporting patient safety and comfort during transportation, immobilization, and positioning.

The role requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members. The position is based at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Requirements

• Hold a 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 starting.
• Be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or hold Sonographer ARRT certification.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of the start date.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Be able to meet the listed physical demands, including handling, seeing, and hearing continuously and lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and sliding/transferring 20–40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 1 year of related experience is preferred.
• ARDMS Sonographer certification within 24 months of the start date.
• ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) certification within 24 months of the start date.
• ARRT Sonographer certification within 24 months of the start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform general or vascular ultrasound exams.
• Confirm a written physician order is received before an exam and collect pertinent information before the procedure.
• Review exams in PACS for quality and completeness.
• Complete required paperwork and distribute exams for interpretation.
• Clean and stock the designated room, clean the 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.

Benefits

• Health plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Education assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed