Ultrasound Technologist - Casual

Position Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist successfully meets the needs of patients and families by delivering excellent patient care, performing a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a compassionate and safe manner. Utilizes ultrasound equipment and manipulates technical controls to attain quality diagnostic images and performs procedures in accordance with established practices. Contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment and maintains adequate records by reviewing physician orders for accuracy and completing all post exam activities associated with patient's exam.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare patient for Imaging exams by reviewing provider orders and notes, confirming correct exam to be performed, accurately assessing patient’s needs, positioning patient appropriately for exam and providing patient education
• Maintain accurate patient records by completing correct and timely entries in all electronic health systems (i.e. HIS/RIS, PHA, PACS) and department specific programs
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work in a calm manner. Anticipates work to be done and seeks to assist others, maximizing productivity in both patient care and non-patient care departmental tasks
• Stay current in the field by enhancing personal professional skills and knowledge through CEUs, self-study, research and dialogue, ensuring competency in all assigned exams and ability to easily float to assigned areas

Selection Criteria:

• RDMS - ARDMS registration in Abdomen or OB/GYN or ARDMS Registry eligible and completion within 6 months of hire
• RVT – ARDMS registration in Vascular or RVS – ARRT registration in vascular or completion of RVT/RVS within one year of hire
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification (or obtained within six months of hire, company paid)

Schedule:

• Varying Days/Shifts as available
• Weekday Shifts Available: 6:30am-5:00pm, 7:00am-5:30pm, 8:30am-7:00pm
• Requires two call weeknights per month and one call weekend every 7 weeks. 
• Must be able to report within 45 minutes of call 

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages Based on Experience, $41.86-$59.09 per hour (experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended)
• Shift Differential Pay: Evenings: $1.65, Nights: $2.00
• Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
• Free On-site Parking
• Other benefits include our Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of savings opportunities, including cafeteria, pharmacy, and scrubs discount.

Northfield Hospital  Clinics has a 100 year history of providing exceptional care for our patients along with a positive work environment for our 800 employees. We are an integrated, independent, health care system providing a full spectrum of services with our Hospital in Northfield, MN and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon. Urgent Care locations in Northfield and Lakeville.