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Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Ultrasound Technologist (Nights) - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus in Minneapolis, Minnesota
SUMMARY Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for an Ultrasound Technologist in our Ultrasound department. This part-time (0.95 FTE) position will work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:30pm to 6:00am and Wednesdays from 9:30pm to 6:00am. This position will include a $5.00 an hour night shift differential. *A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (contract/temporary workers and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible). * Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs. Participates in the education of healthcare providers.
RESPONSIBILITIES * Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations * Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images * Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings * Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician * Coordinates work schedule with departmental Supervisor and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage * Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care * Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department * Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies * Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospital referral or commercial agencies * Coordinate with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided * Provides ultrasound skill training for ultrasound technologist students and Radiology Residents
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications: * Associate’s degree in ultrasound technology and a graduate of an accredited School of Ultrasound Technology by CAAHEP * Certification or certification eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). If “eligible”, employee must be certified within one year of hire * Maintains minimum CE credits as mandated by the accrediting body ARDMS * Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 4 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year of ultrasound experience or internship at HCMC
- Proficient in Abdomen, OB/GYN and Small Parts
Title: Ultrasound Technologist (Nights) - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus
Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Requisition ID: 240640