PRN- Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Technologist

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health seeks a dedicated Ultrasound Technologist to join the Maternal Fetal Medicine team in Cedar Rapids. This PRN role performs detailed fetal evaluations and advanced procedures, guiding families with education and empathy during high-stakes moments.

You will collaborate closely with physicians and care teams to manage complex cases on a flexible schedule. Operate specialized ultrasound equipment, provide real-time findings, and contribute to patient-centered care while supporting

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program accredited by CAAHEP.
• Registered or eligible for ARDMS in Obstetric (Ob/Gyn) imaging.
• Fetal echocardiography certification or willingness to pursue soon after start.
• Nuchal translucency & nasal bone certification required after 1 year in the office.
• Mandatory reporter certification.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasounds with patient and family explanations to ensure understanding.
• Proficient in transabdominal and transvaginal studies; detailed fetal evaluation.
• Perform fetal echocardiography, nuchal translucency, nasal bone checks, and Doppler assessments.
• Diagnose and analyze fetal anomalies in partnership with the physician.
• Diagnose and analyze fetal growth disturbances.
• Maternal uterine artery Doppler interrogation and maternal abdominal/pelvic evaluation.
• Assist MFM physician with history taking, interpretation, invasive procedures, sterile technique, and outreach travel.

Skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

CAAHEP-accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Fetal echocardiography equipment

Job description

Overview

Location: Materal Fetal Medicine- Cedar Rapids, IA

Shift: PRN- As Needed

We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Ultrasound Technologist to join our Cedar Rapids Materal Fetal Medicine Team! This PRN role , is a great opportunity for an individual looking for as needed shifts.

In this role, you will operate specialized ultrasound equipment to perform detailed fetal evaluations and advanced procedures. Your technical expertise is matched by your empathy; you will guide families through real-time evaluations, offering clear education and compassionate support during high-stakes, stressful moments. You will also serve as a vital clinical partner, collaborating closely with physicians and care teams on complex case management.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasounds while providing proper explanation of procedures to patients, their families, and others as needed to ensure the patient understands the examination to be performed
• Be proficient in performing the following ultrasound studies:
  • Transabdominal and transvaginal
  • Detailed fetal evaluation
  • Fetal Echocardiography
  • Nuchal translucency and nasal bonus
  • Multiple gestations
  • Fetal Doppler interrogation
• Diagnose and analyze fetal anomalies in partnership with the physician
• Diagnose and analyze fetal growth disturbance
• Maternal uterine artery Doppler interrogation
• Maternal general abdominal/pelvic evaluation
• Assist MFM physician in:
  • History taking and presentation of complex MFM patient cases to the physician
  • Interpretation of the technical aspects of the completed examination
  • Performance of invasive fetal procedures
  • Practice sterile technique and prevent cross contamination
  • Travel to outreach clinics as needed
  • Assist in the transfer of patients to and from the examination table and operate proper immobilization devices for positioning or transporting as required

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• License(s)/Certification(s): Registered or eligible for certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Ob/Gyn
• Fetal echocardiography certified or willing to pursue certification shortly after starting
• Nuchal Translucency & Nasal Bone Certification is required after 1 year in the office
• Mandatory reporter certification
• CPR certification