Training and Development Specialist

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Training and Development Specialist - Ultrasound – Minnesota

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $32-$43 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.

Schedule: Full-time, flexible 32 or 40 hours per week.

Shift times: Variable shifts, primarily M-F, approximately 9am – 5pm. Some evenings and Saturdays expected.

Location: Twin Cities, MN–based role with travel across Greater Minnesota and occasional remote work for administrative duties

Job type: Hourly/Non-exempt

Travel: Regular travel between MN health centers. Travel time and mileage reimbursed

Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.

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Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Training and Development Manager, with oversight by the Associate Medical Director, the Training and Development Specialist (Ultrasound) provides a range of consultation and learning services to teams and leadership on the development and implementation of key strategies for creating and sustaining a high performing organization. This position specializes in oversight for ultrasound training administration across Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, as well as maintaining proctoring and privileging records. Training and Development Specialists are advocates in implementing our mission of "Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all". They may perform other related duties

as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
• NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more
• HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare's network. (ND and SD)
• Proximal Health – Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
• Employee Assistance Program
• All other Health Services roles (except CLNs): Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $500 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
• Flex Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid time off: PTO starting at accrual rate per hour worked.
• 8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
• 8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
• Retirement: 403(b) with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred
• 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Leave
• Earned Extended Leave
• Free subscription to Headspace App
• Time off to vote.
• Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:

• Start date flexibility.
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
• Shift differentials:
• $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your "home" clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), or graduate of an Ultrasound Technologist program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)
• High school diploma or equivalent education
• One year of Ultrasound tech experience
• BLS certification
• Experience effectively training and supporting new employees. Preferable experience developing strategies and implementing programs that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Working knowledge of technology necessary to perform job function, including Microsoft Word and Power Point

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Prepares for and trains newly hired Ultrasound Technicians (UT), as well as established Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Medical Assistants (MA), and Health Center Associate

IIs (HCA II) in the provision of ultrasound services.
- Provides administrative support for training and programmatic requirements for continued privileging of qualified staff.
- Works with organizational staff and leadership to understand and assess ultrasound services needs and develops appropriate interventions and materials.
- Designs and develops training materials that can be used to train, mentor and coach staff in performing their ultrasound-related job functions.
- - Training materials include a wide variety of learning tools and structures, including but not limited to instructor-led trainings of individual groups, instructional guides, self-learning materials, eLearnings, and conference presentations.
- Formulates and implements evaluation systems to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and quality of ultrasound training being provided for clinical support staff.
- Oversees proctoring and privileging for non-clinician staff.
- Travels to any of the Planned Parenthood locations to provide initial and ongoing ultrasound on the job training and evaluation for staff.
- Role models, communicates, teaches, and celebrates Planned Parenthood's In This Together employee engagement and patient experience framework
- Promotes standardization of evidence-based and/or best clinical practice. Coaches employees and/or works with site leadership to coach employes when they observe practices varying from standard.
- Supports health center supervisors in the initial and ongoing evaluation of staff, partners to provide development solutions that support high performance.
- Acts as a resource and support to Health Services teams and employees in the provision of ultrasound job functions.
- Assists and prepares employees to be in alignment with and deliver consistent messages about PPNCS mission, strategic objectives, and values

Immunization Requirements:

• Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tetanus shot documentation
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*

This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to 2.25% of gross pay.

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