Diagnostic Sonographer Baylor

Number of Job Openings Available:1Date Posted:October 29, 2024Department:40006106 RadiologyShift:Day/Evening (United States of America)Shift Length:12 hour shiftHours Per Week:36Union Contract:Non-UnionWeekend Rotation: Weekend Schedule Program - 12Job Summary: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:**Baylor Role Work 24-hours per week get paid for 36**.9 FTE (72-hours per 2-week schedule)Day/evening 12-hour weekend schedule planSaturday/Sunday (9a-9p)Benefit eligibleJob 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.Principle ResponsibilitiesCompletes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelinesIdentifies 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 accuracyDemonstrates 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 functionUses Excellian (electronic medical record).Understands the storage and retrieval system.Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.Communicates with Supervisor and teamReports problems, issues or ideas.Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsAssociate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound orVocational or Technical Training graduate of accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible0 to 2 years of diagnostic Sonography experienceLicenses/CertificationsMust meet at least one of the following:Certified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registered in abdomen, and/or OB/GYN High Risk Perinatal, registry eligible upon hireCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography registered in Breast upon hire required for Piper Breast Center LocationsCertified Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required registry eligible, registered within 6 months of hire, and either:Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registered RVT upon hire with AMG ClinicsRegistered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography required registry eligible, registered within 6 months for Hospital locations (Not required for High Risk Perinatal cost centers)Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:Current BLS certification from the American Heart AssociationCurrent BLS certification from the American Red CrossAllina in-house BLS training within 60 days of hirePhysical DemandsMedium Work*:Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently