Sonographer - North Liberty Radiology

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer performs a variety of ultrasound procedures, including complex diagnostic imaging and Doppler examinations, and assists with invasive and intraoperative procedures. The role includes evaluating image quality, consulting with interpreting physicians about exam findings, documenting exams, and providing patients and families with information about diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The Sonographer also participates in teaching and evaluating sonography students and instructing medical residents on diagnostic equipment. Additional duties include patient care, quality control, equipment calibration and sterilization, and arranging repairs when equipment malfunctions. The position is a regular salaried role at North Liberty Hospital in North Liberty, Iowa, with a Tuesday–Friday schedule from 0730 to 1800.

Requirements

Complete one of the following educational pathways: a CAAHEP-accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, or Vascular Technology; an accredited health science program of at least two years plus a 12-month formal Sonography education program; or a bachelor's degree plus a 12-month formal Sonography education program.
Obtain registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers within nine months after starting employment in at least one specialty area, such as Abdomen or Obstetrics/Gynecology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Registration in two or more American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers specialty areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform complex diagnostic ultrasonography procedures, including imaging and Doppler.
Consult with the interpreting physician regarding ultrasound exam findings.
Document exam information in accordance with departmental standards.
Evaluate ultrasound images and determine whether exams are of diagnostic quality.
Assist with and provide ultrasound guidance for intraoperative and invasive procedures.
Explain the nature of requested diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to patients, families, or others.
Perform patient care techniques, including skin preparation, I.V. placement, vital-sign monitoring and recording, and basic life support; prepare and administer contrast material to patients.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Instruct and evaluate sonography students in the operation of diagnostic equipment.
Instruct medical residents in the operation of diagnostic equipment.
Maintain ultrasound-section quality control in accordance with accepted departmental standards.
Identify equipment malfunctions and contact repair services.
Perform equipment calibration and sterilization according to accepted standard methods of operation.
Maintain certification as specified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.