Cardiac Sonographer - $10,000 bonus opportunity!

mahealthcare; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with matching

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Medical Associates Clinic in Dubuque, IA seeks a Cardiac Sonographer (new grad or experienced) to join our Cardiac imaging team. This full-time role includes a $10,000 bonus and a Monday–Friday schedule, typically 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with about 72 hours per pay period, and no weekends, evenings, or call.

You will perform Echos, Stress Echos, Segmentals/ABIs and Carotids, document histories, review images for quality, and assist radiologists. ARDMS certification and a college degree are required.

Qualifications

• ARDMS certification required.
• College degree or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of related experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform Echos, Stress Echos, Segmentals/ABIs and Carotids.
• Document patient history and relate to procedures.
• Review images for quality and store for interpretation.
• Assist radiologist during procedures and maintain sterile technique.

Skills

Cardiac imaging

Ultrasound basics

Quality review

Education

College degree or equivalent

ARDMS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Medical Associates Clinic is seeking a new graduate or experienced Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac imaging team! This full time position is eligible for a $10,000 bonus opportunity!

Our accredited cardiology department is known for providing excellent patient care by building relationships that last. Our skilled providers and support staff work together to provide specialized services, educate patients, and work across specialties on treatment plans. This position will help by providing Echos, Stress Echos, Segmentals/ABI's and Carotids.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 4 days a week, primarily 8:00am - 5:00pm, working about 72 hours per pay period. No weekends, evenings, holidays, or call!

Full Time Benefits Package Includes:

• $10,000 Bonus Opportunity!
• Single or Family Health Insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation
• 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay) + additional annual Profit Sharing
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program (24 days off/year)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, Short Term Disability Coverage, Dental Insurance, etc.

The Position:

• Scan appropriate areas of the body and produce images as requested by the ordering physician; recognize and understand the pathophysiologic changes as detected by ultrasound to perform preliminary assessment for the interpreting radiologist/physician.
• Perform and document a complete patient history as it relates to the procedure ordered inclusive of pertinent clinical indications; review exam procedure with the patient and answer any pertinent questions related to the exam.
• Review images for technical quality and diagnostic usefulness; process and store images for physician interpretation and permanent archiving.
• Assist radiologist and other physicians in the performance of interventional/invasive procedures; practice sterile and aseptic techniques as necessary.
• Perform necessary equipment calibrations and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer; monitor and maintain appropriate supplies for the department.
• Complete all other assigned projects and duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience: One to three years of similar or related experience.

Education: Equivalent to a college degree. Certified by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Interpersonal Skills: A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature. Work may involve motivating or influencing others. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary.