Ultrasound Sonographer
Hibbing, Minnesota
Fairview Range Medical Center

Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) - Travel Assignment

Location: Hibbing, Minnesota
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: All shifts available
Hours: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (40 hours/week)
Schedule Details:

• Day/Evening/Night rotation
• 1 weekend per month required
• On-call rotation: 1 weekday per week starting at 8 PM and 1 weekend per month (Friday 8 PM to Monday 6 AM)

Position Summary

The Ultrasound Technician provides diagnostic imaging services to patients and physicians, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to patient care standards. Responsibilities include performing ultrasound procedures, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with the healthcare team to ensure quality and continuity of care.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures and protocols with technical accuracy and timeliness
• Identify anatomical orientation and understand the significance of structures visualized
• Ensure proper film identification and accurate documentation of images
• Operate and optimize ultrasound equipment; report malfunctions and initiate service calls as needed
• Maintain patient care by positioning patients correctly and following safety procedures
• Document patient data, interventions, and responses according to established policies
• Prepare and organize exams to ensure quality and continuity of care
• Perform dark room duties including film development and marking

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of ultrasound experience
• Vocational/Technical Training or Associate Degree required
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program preferred
• Must hold current registration with ARDMS or ARRT
• Ultrasound certification required
• BLS Certification required
• COVID-19 vaccination required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in ultrasound procedures, anatomy, physiology, and clinical applications
• Strong technical skills and critical thinking abilities
• Knowledge of medical terminology, film file and dark room processes
• Ability to develop and identify film accurately
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Skilled in patient safety, positioning, and assessment
• Organizational skills and ability to document patient information accurately
• Ability to operate and assess ultrasound equipment effectively

Additional Information

• Rotation includes day, evening, and night shifts
• On-call duties include weekday evenings and weekends as specified
• Weekend work required approximately once per month