Gillette Children

Gillette is currently in search of a casual Sonographer to help cover our increased need at our two St. Paul locations, Burnsville and Maple Grove clinic. General hours of operation are Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:15am – 5:00pm (8.5 hour shifts). RDMS certification required. Experience with pediatrics a plus.

The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams in compliance with departmental procedures and guidelines.  Technologists work with patients of all ages, cultures, and physical conditions providing efficient and effective customer service within the Imaging department.

Compensation Information:

The hourly wage for this opportunity is $40.21/hour to $57.22/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including number of hours worked within the field, education, and certification/licensure. This position is also eligible for shift differential pay. 

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings and optimize imaging.
• Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Respond to physician orders for diagnostic imaging procedures by producing high quality images which meet the expectations of the ordering physicians and radiologists.
• Proficient in sonography exams including:
  • Abdomen
  • Small Parts
  • Venous Doppler
  • Proficient or willing to become proficient in pediatric MSK exams.
  • Obtain optimum quality diagnostic images according to protocol and guidelines.

Qualifications

Required:

• Certified, registered and in good standing with the ARDMS and RVT OR must complete RVT certification within 12 months of employment.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If candidate holds valid CPR for through another acceptable organization (as determined by Gillette), candidate may be able to begin employment but must complete Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association within one month of employment.
• Experience working with pediatric and/or disabled populations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated skills in the areas of leadership and interpersonal communications as it relates to patients, families, co-workers, medical staff, and others.
• Excellent customer service skills.

At Gillette Children’s, we foster a culture where every team member feels a sense of belonging and purpose. We are dedicated to building an environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Our values are embedded at the heart of our culture. We act first from love, embrace the bigger picture, and work side-by-side with our patients, families, and colleagues to help every child create their own story. Together, we work to ensure patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.

To learn more about working at Gillette Children's, please visit https://www.gillettechildrens.org/careers.

Gillette Children's participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program which is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Gillette will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before Gillette takes any further action. Please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ for further details regarding e-verify.