Cardiac Sonographer
Minneapolis, MN
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,712/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care662 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an Echo Technologist / Cardiac Sonographer with a minimum of 3 years of experience for a travel contract at a Magnet-designated, Level III Trauma teaching hospital.
Details
- Short-term acute care hospital setting within a 672-bed Magnet-designated, Level III Trauma teaching hospital
- Echo/Cardiac Sonography unit performing 75–100 inpatient and outpatient echos per day
- Inpatient and ER experience required; outpatient, teaching hospital, PICU, neonate, and NICU experience preferred
- Day shift schedule: 5x8-hour shifts, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Weekends required depending on schedule
- Occasional on-call shifts may be required
- Floating within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities is required
- Charting performed in Epic/Excellian; experience required
- Grey scrubs required
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of Echo Technologist / Cardiac Sonographer experience required
- Current BLS and RDCS (Adults) required; RDCS (Pediatrics) preferred
- License required if applicable; pending state license accepted
- Proficiency with portables and Syngo required
- IV starts, PACS, and biopsy experience preferred
- Experience with Siemens and Philips equipment preferred
- Echo procedure experience required: 3D Echo, Bubble Study, Contrast Agents, M-Mode, Pharm Stress Echo, RIT/RVOT, TEE, and Treadmill Stress Echo
- Epic/Excellian EMR experience required
- 1 supervisor reference minimum required for consideration
- All required certifications, including license verification, must be submitted for consideration
- First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
- Candidates must live at least 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Candidates who previously worked at this facility as permanent staff or per diem must have been separated for at least 3 months before being eligible
- RTO requests of no more than 5 days are preferred
- Pre-start online modules are required before the first day of the assignment
- This facility does not provide references to travelers post-assignment or for candidates who previously worked as permanent employees
Facility
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
8 nurses recommend working with Abbott Northwestern Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 662 beds
Employer
American Traveler
70 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Kerissa is amazing to work with! She responds to my calls or texts within minutes and has been very helpful. If Kerissa cannot answer my questions herself she will reach out to appropriate department and get back to me quickly. Thanks Kerissa!
Cons
None!
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel Echo Technologist in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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