UnityPoint Health·Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Perform various adult and pediatric echocardiographic exams and minimally invasive procedures in an IAC Accredited Echo Lab. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide high-quality diagnostic cardiology care and maintain accurate patient documentation.
Overview We are looking for you to come and join our busy IAC Accredited Echo Lab that currently supports a large group of hospital employed Cardiologists!
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We want you to join our amazing team in a career that has meaning and excitement performing Echocardiography.
Be a part of our innovative team performing transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), NICU pediatric echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms (TTE), stress echocardiograms and a list of other minimally invasive procedures that are led by echo imaging such as transcatheter aortic valve replacements or transcatheter mitral valve repairs!
As a member of the interdisciplinary Diagnostic Cardiology team, contributes professional Cardiac Sonographer knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to adult and pediatric patients undergoing echocardiographic exams and procedures.
The Cardiac Sonographer will function both independently and in collaboration with the Diagnostic Cardiology nursing staff and under the direction of physicians.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more.
We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Minimum Requirements Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position. Preferred or Specialized Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
A graduate of a diploma, associate, or baccalaureate academic program in health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology): must meet eligibility requirements to become certified in Adult Echocardiography through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI.)
Experience: Prefer one (1) year of hospital or clinic experience with both adult and pediatric patient populations.
License(s)/Certification(s): Current AE certification through the ARDMS or CCI. If not current with AE certification, it must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire. Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within 3 months from hire date. Current certification in AE and Pediatric Echocardiography (PE). If not current with PE certification, it must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire or 12 months from the completion of AE certification if not current.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities. May drive a UPH vehicle, rental or own vehicle.
Requires a degree in health science and current AE certification through ARDMS or CCI, with PE certification required within a specified timeframe. BLS certification and a valid driver's license are also mandatory.
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