General Sonographer FT Evenings

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Benefits from Day 1

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking ultrasound professionals to perform high-quality imaging across patient ages, from infants to geriatrics. You will contribute to diagnostic accuracy while educating patients about procedures and ensuring safety.

Role requires ARDMS certification with potential sign-on incentives; Day 1 benefits and relocation assistance may apply based on location. Evening shift availability included in this posting.

Qualifications

• Must be ARDMS registered or board-eligible and ARDMS within 1 year.
• Maintains active ARDMS registry with CME requirements.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire and every 2 years.
• Child/Dependent Adult Abuse mandatory reporter training within 6 months of hire and every 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality ultrasound procedures with proper positioning and anatomy knowledge across ages.
• Conducts clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography exams.
• Educates patients about exams and obtains consent when necessary.
• Follows safety and departmental protocols in Ultrasound.
• Operates 2D, M-mode, and Doppler ultrasound units to obtain accurate measurements.

Education

RDMS, ARDMS certification (registered diagnostic medical sonographer)

RDCS (registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer)

RVT (registered vascular technologist)

RMSKS (registered musculoskeletal sonographer)

Board-eligible and become ARDMS registered within 1 year

Active ARDMS registry status and CME requirements

BLS certification within 30 days of hire and every 2 years

Mandatory reporter training for abuse per policy

Tools

2D ultrasound unit

M‑mode ultrasound

Doppler ultrasound

Transducers

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift Description:

At MercyOne, we care deeply about your well-being—both physical and mental. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every stage of life. Here’s an overview of what you can expect:

Health and Wellness

• Personalized Health Insurance Plans: Including dental and vision coverage, available to you from Day 1.

• Wellness Programs: Designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Life Insurance Coverage: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Financial Security

• Education Reimbursement: Supporting your professional growth and development.

• 403b Retirement Plan with Company Match: Helping you plan for a secure future.

Time Off and Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual: Begin earning PTO from Day 1.

• Six Paid Holidays: Enjoy time to rest and recharge.

• Long- and Short-Term Leave Options: Supporting you during life’s unexpected events.

We’re committed to providing benefits that meet your needs and enhance your quality of life. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you!

Exciting News for Ultrasound Professionals Across Iowa! Sign-on incentives are now available—starting at $10,000!

Whether you’re beginning your career or bringing years of expertise, there’s never been a better time to join MercyOne.

Relocation assistance may be available based on your location

Shift Hours: Days 5-8s/ occasional weekend/2 holidays a year

What you will do:

• Performs quality ultrasound procedures by utilizing proper positioning skills and technical factors, as well as a knowledge of anatomical structures pertinent to the patient population of infants to geriatrics.

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations .

• Educates patients of exams being performed and obtains consent to perform procedure when necessary.

• Practices proper safety in accordance with established standards.

• Utilizes critical thinking in daily and emergent assessment of proper protocols.

• Assess each patient for proper preparation and scanning protocol for each ordered exam.

• Follows protocols that have been established for the Ultrasound Department.

• Observes safety precautions when handling patients, while performing examinations and while patients are in direct contact.

• Operates 2D, M-mode, and Doppler ultrasound unit with appropriate transducers to perform and adequately ascertain the location of specific organs, with the demonstration of recorded images which reflect the appropriate calculations for accurate measurements.

Qualifications:

• Must be registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with one of the following.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS)
• If not registered, be board -eligible and become registered with ARDMS within one year of hire.
• Maintains active registry status with ARDMS (30 CME’s every 3 yrs/annual payment)
• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within six (6) months of hire and every three (3) years thereafter.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.