Ultrasound Technologist - Casual

# Job Relationships Department:# Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor: Diagnostic Imaging Director Supervises:# none # Job Summary 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.## Compensation We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education#and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is $44.41#$62.69. This reflects the base salary. # Key Accountabilities Deliver excellent patient care by#demonstrating#compassion,#thoroughly explaining procedures to patients,#providing patient comfort,#answering#patient#questions#and completing exams#in a timely manner# 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.### Perform quality exams by#operating#applicable Imaging equipment competently including data acquisition, image manipulation and reconstruction, and quality control measures to ensure#optimal#quality diagnostic images#and monitoring patient throughout the exam.## 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.# Support the organization by performing other duties as assigned# Required Qualifications 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# Must be enrolled in#NH+C RQI program for BLS certification and complete the requirements within#90 days#of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).## Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.## Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter# Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment.# Preferred Qualifications RDMS and RVT## ARDMS#Registration in Abdomen, OB/GYN,#and Vascular#and minimum two#years experience.# Schedule Varying Days/Shifts Monday#Friday, 8-hour shifts:#6:30 AM # 3:00 PM, 7:00 AM # 3:30 PM, 10:30 AM # 7:00 PM On-Call Requirements Participate in weekday evening/night and weekend call coverage Must be able to report within 45 minutes when on call Benefits Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST)#accrued on first paycheck Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans Loan Forgiveness Eligibility # PSLF#+#MN state programs for qualifying roles Employer-Provided Certifications +#Continuing Education Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items # About Us Northfield Hospital + Clinics#is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We#re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact.#We#re proud to be named to Becker#s 2025 list of #100 Great Community Hospitals.# Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon#along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield,#Lakeville, and Farmington.#We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota. # Whether you#re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you#ll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here. # # # *This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.