Cardiac Echo Lab Sonographer — $10K Sign-On

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a full-time Sonographer for the Echo Lab at the Downtown Campus. You will perform adult cardiac ultrasound exams and assist in invasive procedures, participate in teaching, and support residents and fellows in scanning techniques.

Qualified candidates should have ARDMS in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography within 9 months of hire and current BLS certification. A sign-on incentive of $10,000 is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of one of the specified educational pathways to Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiac Ultrasonography.
• Registration by ARDMS in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography required within 9 months of start date.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult cardiac ultrasonography procedures and related invasive studies as outlined (2D echo, Doppler, 3D, strain, stress echo).
• Assist physicians with image acquisition during TEE and with contrast/saline studies as needed.
• Maintain quality diagnostic exams and perform equipment calibration and sterilization per standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

CAAHEP accredited or equivalent in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Two-year health science program + 12-month Sonography program

Bachelor’s degree + 12-month Cardiac Ultrasonography program

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a full-time Sonographer for the Echo Lab at the Downtown Campus. You will perform adult cardiac ultrasound exams and assist in invasive procedures, participate in teaching, and support residents and fellows in scanning techniques.

Qualified candidates should have ARDMS in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography within 9 months of hire and current BLS certification. A sign-on incentive of $10,000 is available for eligible candidates.