Cardiac Sonographer

Job overview

Cardiac Sonographer is an onsite position in Steele, ND, with a salary range of $37.00 - $52.00 per hour. Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the United States, dedicated to transforming the health care experience. This role exists to perform echocardiography tests and procedures, preparing patients and operating ultrasound equipment to produce diagnostic images.

What you'll do

• Performs echocardiography tests/procedures in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography standards.
• Prepares patients for exams by explaining procedures, transferring patients to the ultrasound table, applying gel, and positioning patients properly.
• Operates the ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.
• Performs the echocardiogram and oral and/or written preliminary summary of technical findings to interpreting physician for use in medical diagnosis.
• Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new sonographic technologies when needed.
• Performs routine cardiac ultrasound procedures in a clinic, hospital, and mobile sites depending on location.
• Interacts professionally and effectively with fellow health care professionals.
• Assists in the submission and /or maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) accreditation when necessary.
• Supervises or trains students and cardiac sonographers as needed.
• Adheres to safety and infection control policies established by Sanford.
• Adheres to established internal standards and procedures abstracted from Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA).

What we're looking for

Education

Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.

Experience

When working or hired in South Dakota: Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program required. When working or hired in North Dakota: Graduate from an accredited school of cardiac sonography program or one year work experience in cardiac sonography preferred. When working in Minnesota: Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program OR a bachelor’s degree and one year equivalent work experience required. When working in all other states: Minimum of one year equivalent work experience or an allied health certificate/diploma required. When working or hired in South Dakota: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible is required within 12 months into the position. When working in all other states: Credentialed with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible is required within 18 months of hire.

Skills & competencies

cardiac sonographer

sanford health

steele nd

full time

echocardiography

ultrasound technician

healthcare

allied health

ardms certified

cci certified

Benefits & perks

• health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package

About the employer

Sanford Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists. Sector: 62.