Sanford Health
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Watertown, SD - PRN
Sanford Health, Watertown, South Dakota, United States, 57201
Overview
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Watertown, SD - PRN
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 understand the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilize 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. 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 requests in-service training on equipment when needed. Some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include echocardiography, depending on the facility.
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations in a professional and diagnostic manner.
Identify and record anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
Operate ultrasound equipment and utilize new technologies.
Maintain ethical relationships and good rapport with patients and staff.
Ensure high medical ethics, empathy, and integrity at all times.
Understand cross-sectional anatomy and maintain professional conduct under stress.
Assist with accreditation processes and adhere to age-related testing protocols.
Coordinate work with physicians and healthcare team members; assist during invasive procedures when applicable.
Supervise and train students and other sonographers as needed; report equipment in-service requests.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma, or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience.
Registration in at least one of the following: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible. Registry preferred within two years after hire.
Licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board if working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with ongoing recertification as required.
For employees providing outreach mobile services: valid driver’s license and good driving record. May include travel, overnight stays, and adherence to Sanford driver policy and medical guidelines.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; work/life balance benefits; and a generous paid time off package. Total Rewards information is available at the Sanford Careers benefits page.
Job Details
Facility:
Watertown Clinic
Location:
Watertown, SD
Address:
901 4th St NW, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
Shift:
Varies
Job Schedule:
PRN
Weekly Hours:
Varies
Salary Range:
$32.00 - $49.50
Other Information
EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. Accommodation requests: talent@sanfordhealth.org or 1-877-673-0854.
Drug Free Workplace Policy; pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
Req Number: R-0233227
Job Function: Allied Health
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
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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 understand the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilize 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. 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 requests in-service training on equipment when needed. Some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include echocardiography, depending on the facility.
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of ultrasound examinations in a professional and diagnostic manner.
Identify and record anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
Operate ultrasound equipment and utilize new technologies.
Maintain ethical relationships and good rapport with patients and staff.
Ensure high medical ethics, empathy, and integrity at all times.
Understand cross-sectional anatomy and maintain professional conduct under stress.
Assist with accreditation processes and adhere to age-related testing protocols.
Coordinate work with physicians and healthcare team members; assist during invasive procedures when applicable.
Supervise and train students and other sonographers as needed; report equipment in-service requests.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma, or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience.
Registration in at least one of the following: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible. Registry preferred within two years after hire.
Licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board if working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with ongoing recertification as required.
For employees providing outreach mobile services: valid driver’s license and good driving record. May include travel, overnight stays, and adherence to Sanford driver policy and medical guidelines.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; work/life balance benefits; and a generous paid time off package. Total Rewards information is available at the Sanford Careers benefits page.
Job Details
Facility:
Watertown Clinic
Location:
Watertown, SD
Address:
901 4th St NW, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
Shift:
Varies
Job Schedule:
PRN
Weekly Hours:
Varies
Salary Range:
$32.00 - $49.50
Other Information
EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. Accommodation requests: talent@sanfordhealth.org or 1-877-673-0854.
Drug Free Workplace Policy; pre-employment drug screen and background check required.
Req Number: R-0233227
Job Function: Allied Health
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
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