Sonographer - UI Health Care Urbandale Clinic 50%

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient-centered, 50% (20 hours per week) Sonographer to perform a variety of ultrasound procedures and non-invasive procedures in their Urbandale Clinic. This role involves performing complex ultrasound procedures at an advanced level, requiring independent judgment and initiative to obtain information for physician diagnosis and treatment. The Sonographer will also participate in educational activities, develop scanning protocols, provide leadership in special projects, and maintain multiple certifications related to cardiology patients. This position will provide exceptional care, performing echocardiograms for pediatric patients and some adults. While primarily supporting the Urbandale Clinic, the Sonographer may float to other patient specialties and clinic locations, including Pediatrics and Specialty/Outreach Clinics. This position offers the University of Iowa's generous, full benefit package, including double-match retirement and paid vacation and sick leave.

Requirements

Requires registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in at least one specialty area (i.e. Pediatric Echocardiography (PE)). Not a requirement during application.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Driver's License and ability to meet University of Iowa Feet Safety Standards is required.
Requires completion of one of the following educational pathways: CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology, or Completion of a two-year or more accredited health science program (i.e. Radiologic Technology, Medical Technology, Nursing, etc.) plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography, or Completion of a bachelor’s degree plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography.

Nice To Haves

Certification/membership in appropriate professional specialty.
Experience in preforming pediatric echocardiograms
Experience in performing fetal echocardiograms.
Previous experience in Echo
Previous experience with EPIC.
Prior work experience in Pediatrics.

Responsibilities

Perform complex diagnostic ultrasonography procedures including imaging and Doppler.
Consult with the interpreting physician regarding the ultrasound exam findings.
Document exam information as required by departmental standards.
Evaluate images of ultrasound exams and determine if the exam is of diagnostic quality.
Assist with and provide ultrasound guidance for intraoperative and invasive procedures.
Provide information and instructions to patient, patient’s family or others, regarding the nature of requested diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.
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 on the operation of diagnostic equipment.
Instruct medical residents on operation of diagnostic equipment.
Maintain quality control with the ultrasound section in accordance with accepted departmental standards.
Determine equipment malfunctions and contact repair service.
Perform equipment calibration and sterilization as prescribed by standard accepted methods of operation.
Maintain certification as specified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.