Sonographer - Cardiology

Company: Avera Health
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: February 17, 2025

Job Description:

Sonographer - Cardiology at Avera Health summary:
As a Sonographer in Cardiology at Avera McKennan Hospital, you will be responsible for performing transthoracic echoes and vascular ultrasound exams, applying Holter and Event monitors, and conducting EKGs for patients of all ages. This role requires producing accurate diagnostic images, initiating interventions when necessary, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. The position offers career growth opportunities and is supported by benefits including student loan repayment assistance and a sign-on bonus.
Location:Avera McKennan HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$30.25 - $45.75Position HighlightsJoin Avera as a Sonographer!*This position may be eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus*

• Student Loan Repayment: -This position may be eligible for -Avera's -Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from -Avera -will help pay down your principal balance faster.
• Career growth opportunities!Hours: Monday-Friday/Day shift; Call every 8th weekend, 1 holiday per yearYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
  A Brief Overview
  
  Responsible for performing transthoracic echoes and vascular ultrasound exams, apply Holter and Event monitors, and perform EKGs on patients of all ages as ordered.
  
  What you will do
  
  
  • Produces accurate and efficient clinical diagnostic images as directed by providers and/or radiologists according to established standards and protocols.
    
  • Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referring provider when test indicates immediate attention.
    
  • Reviews appropriate indications for tests ordered and contacts provider for more information when needed, reporting inappropriate indications to leadership.
    
  • Provides test data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to the reading radiologist for interpretation. Makes hard copy images as directed.
    
  • Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control.
    
  • Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation.
    
  • Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by department manager, Quality Improvement, Joint Commission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the facility or law.
    
  • Assists medical records reconciliation of signed orders to performed exams through daily QC.
    Essential Qualifications
    
    The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
    
    Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
    
    
    • Associate's or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; six months to one year related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) or equivalent registration Upon Hire
    • Ultrasound Technologist - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) New Graduates must have initial registry within 1 year of hire within 1 Year
      Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
      
      
      • Vascular experience recommended
        Expectations and Standards
        
        
        • Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
          
        • Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
          
        • Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
          
        • Maintain confidentiality.
          
        • Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
          
        • Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
          Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
          • PTO front-loaded for eligible hires
          • Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
          • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
          • Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to .
            
            Keywords:
            Sonographer, Cardiology, Ultrasound Technologist, Transthoracic Echo, Vascular Ultrasound, EKG, Patient Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Healthcare, Avera McKennan Hospital
            

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