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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - REI Ultrasound Tech - FT | Sanford Careers
Job Information
Facility: Medical Building 3
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1500 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $30.50 - $41.50
This is a full-time ultrasound tech position in our Reproductive Medicine Clinic with opportunities to float to our low risk OB/GYN Dept. You would join our three highly trained and enthusiastic diagnostic medical sonographers dedicated to the world of fertility. Each of them is board certified or board eligible as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Here at Sanford Women’s Ultrasound Diagnostic Center we have multiple state-of-the-art ultrasound rooms dedicated to performing follicular scans, saline infusion sonography, transvaginal gynecological exams, 3D ultrasound along with 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester OB scans. Staff work closely with physicians and support staff. We are proud to be accredited by the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM). Position requires weekend morning rotation along with outreach opportunities.
Job Summary
Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new technologies. Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with patients and all organizational staff.
Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the sonography field. Displays empathy, compassion, and integrity.
Possesses an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy. Conducts self professionally at all times, even during moments of high stress.
Assists when necessary with the maintenance of accreditation requirements and processes. Understands age-related protocols for various testing. Coordinates work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures when applicable.
Supervises and trains students and medical sonographers as needed. Reports and calls in-service requests on equipment when needed.
Additionally, based on the facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include echocardiography.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience is preferred.
Registration in at least one of the following areas of sonography is required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible.
Registry preferred within two years after hiring.
If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.
For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites.
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
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