Ultrasound Technologist

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 obtain within six months of hire, company paid)

Schedule:

• 80hrs/2wks
• Monday-Friday - Late morning/evening shifts (10:30am-7pm or 2:30pm-11pm)
• On call including after-hours weeknight rotation and every 4-5th weekend rotation

Northfield Hospital Clinics has a 100 year history of providing exceptional care for our patients. Here, our employees drive our success and our reputation. We value great employees, and offer competitive salaries and a variety of benefits (when hired for 40 hours/pay period or more.) It's our commitment to maintaining an excellent workforce. 

In this position, we offer:

• Competitive Wages Based on Experience, $41.24-$58.22 per hour (experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended)
• Shift Differential Pay
• Eligible for Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision Discount Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
• 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 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 is an independent organization with over 800 employees. We are known for our positive work environment and quality patient care. We provide 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.