Perinatal Sonographer

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

3d • $41 - $57

About The Position

At Allina Health, our Perinatal Sonographers are trusted experts in the most delicate and meaningful moments of care. You'll work alongside specialists, using advanced imaging to guide families though high-risk pregnancies with clarity and compassion.

Key Position Details:
$7,500 Starting Bonus available for eligible external talent
0.9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
8-hour day shift
No weekends
This position offers the unique opportunity to rotate across multiple locations to include: Mercy, Edina, Woodbury, United perinatal clinics and Tele Sonography sites

Performs complete fetal ultrasound procedures to acquire data on normal and at-risk patients. Also assists the physician in the performance of ultrasound-assisted invasive procedures. Uses independent judgement, and has thorough understanding of equipment and positioning to provide optimum service to patients and providers. Works in accordance with department policies and the American College of Radiology (ACR).

Requirements

• Associate's or Vocational degree from an accredited School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or Vocational or Technical Training graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and 2 year School of Diagnostic Ultrasound or Vocational or Technical Training graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and ARDMS registered or registry eligible
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required upon hire
• ARDMS Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) specialty certification required upon hire
• Must obtain ARDMS Fetal Echocardiography (FE) specialty certification within 24 months from the start of the echo training. Echo training begins 4 months following your start date
• Successful completion of WI Caregiver Background Check (4-year cycle) for employees working in Wisconsin

Nice To Haves

• Nuchal Translucency Certification with Fetal Medicine Foundation preferred
• 1 year of Diagnostic Sonography experience

Responsibilities

• Completes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
• Identifies patient with two identifiers.
• Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
• Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
• Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
• Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains work knowledge and competence.
• Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
• Verifies all images has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
• Provides accurate clerical function
• Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
• Understands the storage and retrieval system.
• Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
• Communicates with supervisor and team
• Reports problems, issues or ideas.
• Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
• In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
• Benefits include:
• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree