At University of Minnesota Medical Center we continually strive to improve our patients' lives by delivering superior outcomes using groundbreaking technology and treatments while balancing patients' needs. We balance the latest in technology and treatments with patient-centered care. As the core teaching hospital of the University of Minnesota Medical School, our hospital is among the most respected in the nation, providing superior health care results.

Our partnership with the University of Minnesota Medical school and University of Minnesota Physicians provides the platform to specialize in surgical techniques, breakthrough treatment and lifesaving therapies to train tomorrow's physicians. Clinical trials advance our clinical services, bringing the very newest ideas to patient care.

We are conveniently located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis.

This is a full time, benefit eligible position on the night shift. Typical work shift is Monday - Friday, 11:00PM to 7:00AM.

The Ultrasound Technologist position provides services to patients and physicians through the creation of diagnostic images appropriate to the age of the patient exam ordered. Responsible for meeting the established standards of practice and patient care, supplies and equipment and for coordinating teamwork with all of the members of the health care team.

Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

• Performs examinations with technical accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Verifies patient identification and documentation
• Reviews physician order prior to exam or procedure.
• Communicates pertinent information to the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Achieves quality diagnostic images through correct patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocol.
• Communicates with and educates patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of exam
• Recognizes structures visualized and understands their significance.
• Accurately produces and records measurements according to protocols.
• Accurately conveys initial findings and clinical data to radiologists.
• Participates in creating a culture of patient safety
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness for facility

Ensures patient data integrity

• Accurately completes computer functions; edits, scheduling, billing, and status changes in a timely fashion.
• Performs accurate image identification, record preparation, and digital image manipulation and archiving.
• Assembles similar relevant exams and reports.
• Documents initial and ongoing data, interventions, responses/results, or interventions consistent with established policies/procedures/guidelines.

Participates as an active team member

• Orients and mentors new employees and students
• Participates in department/facility process/quality improvement initiatives
• Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for position
• Cleans and maintains rooms and supplies
• Accepts unique customer service expectations in Imaging

Correctly operates equipment according to accepted standards and guidelines and according to manufacturers Information for Use

• Identifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is in working order according to Department guidelines
• Acquires technical competency as new technology is introduced into the facility.
• Correctly operates and optimizes the use of equipment.
• Executes downtime procedures

Required Qualifications:

• ARRT registered or ARDMS registered in one specialty within 18 months of employment at Fairview.
• Education at a level to be ARDMS registry eligible

Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program
• ARDMS registered in multiple specialties
• One year of ultrasound experience