Sonographer

Trinity Health•New Hampton, IA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position involves performing ultrasound examinations using proper patient positioning, appropriate technical factors, and operation of 2D, M-mode, and Doppler equipment. The Sonographer will assist radiologists during ultrasound-guided procedures, perform clinical assessments to identify normal and pathological findings, and adapt procedures based on clinical and diagnostic information. The role requires confirming examination orders and relevant clinical information, evaluating patient preparation, and adhering to scanning protocols. The position operates on a Monday through Friday day shift, with tentative hours of 8 am - 3 pm, which can be flexible based on patient volumes. There are no holidays, weekends, or on-call duties required.

Requirements

Active registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in one (1) of the following credentials: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS). Candidates who are not ARDMS-registered at the time of hire must obtain ARDMS registration in one of the above credentials within one (1) year of hire.
Completion of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Mandatory Reporter training for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse within three (3) months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
Completion of a two-year allied health program.
A bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
Performs ultrasound examinations using proper patient positioning, appropriate technical factors, and operation of 2D, M-mode, and Doppler equipment with appropriate transducers to accurately locate, measure, and document anatomical structures across the lifespan.
Assists radiologists during ultrasound-guided procedures by preparing equipment, supporting image acquisition, and providing procedural assistance in accordance with departmental protocols and professional standards.
Performs clinical assessments and utilizes cognitive sonographic skills to identify and differentiate normal and pathological findings, adapting procedures based on clinical and diagnostic information and images.
Confirms examination orders and relevant clinical information through review of requisitions and charts while evaluating patient preparation and scanning protocol.