About this opportunity
Allina Health lists this Diagnostic Sonographer Flex Pool opportunity in apple valley, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Diagnostic Sonographer
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.
**$7,500 Starting Bonus available to eligible external talent**
This position will be part of the Diagnostic Sonographer float pool. In this role, your home base will be at WestHealth clinic, while providing coverage for imaging services, which includes additional sites.
0.6 FTE (48 hours per two-week pay period)
Variable hours Day/Evening shifts
Schedule: Monday - Friday
No weekends.
Mileage reimbursement
Locations in addition to home site:
Apple Valley Clinic
Bandana Square Clinic
Bloomington Clinic
Cottage Grove Clinic
Eden Prairie Clinic
Edina Family Physicians Clinic
Edina Imaging Center
West St Paul Clinic
Woodbury Clinic
Eagan Women's Health
United Women's Health
Piper Breast Center St Paul
Piper Breast Center Minneapolis
Additional Travel may be needed within 30 miles of home base
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. Provides care and diagnostic services to patients across multiple sites. Principle 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.
Required Qualifications
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
3+ years Diagnostic Sonography experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with two or more equipment manufacturers
Licenses/Certifications
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)
Allina Health Group Clinic locations and St. Francis Regional Medical Center require American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) upon hire
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine accredited clinic locations require American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography OB/GYN registry 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 60 days of hire
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range
Flat Rate: $56.00 per hour*This position is paid on a standard non-negotiable hourly rate. Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Benefit Summary
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.
We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
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.
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