Sonographer at Avera Health summary:
The Sonographer position at Avera involves performing a variety of technical and diagnostic ultrasound procedures. The role includes maintaining department operations, participating in quality improvement projects, and instructing students and staff. Avera offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for career advancement within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Award Winning Health Care: Avera has been named among the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.
Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.
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Avera St. Luke’s Hospital is looking for a Sonographer to join our Team!
Position Highlights:
- Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further their education in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility.
Job Summary
- The Sonographer is accountable for performing a variety of technical and diagnostic procedures in Ultrasound as assigned.
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of the ultrasound department, to include the ultrasound operations at the Breast Center.
- Participate in process improvement projects as designated by administration or director, such as patient satisfaction or other quality improvement projects.
- Ensure policies, standard protocols, and procedures are followed and maintained.
- Participates in the instruction of students and other staff.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.
Education and/or Experience
- Associate’s degree is required.
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, or accredited ultrasound school, or equivalent specialty. Must have passed the ARDMS, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer's board exam.
- A minimum of one year experience in general ultrasound and vascular procedures is preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in ultrasound or advanced certification in Ultrasound by ARDMS or equivalent.
Work Schedule
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
What Makes Avera Special?
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