ULTRASOUND SONOGRAPHER DAYS

Pella Regional Health; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Regional Health in Iowa seeks a qualified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to provide diagnostic ultrasound services with strong credentialing and clinical experience. The role includes managing the sonographic lab's daily operations, patient scheduling, and equipment QA while upholding high ethical standards.

The candidate will use ultrasound to assist diagnosis, maintain imaging quality, and collaborate with a team to deliver excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• RDMS, RVT or RDCS credentials required
• Ultrasound certification and competency demonstrated
• AHA BLS certification required; new employees certified within 3 months after hire date
• English communication proficiency required
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Good computer skills and ability to learn department systems
• Willingness to pursue further education or certification as needed

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the sonographic laboratory
• Manage patient scheduling and workflow in the ultrasound lab
• Perform ultrasound examinations and ensure quality of images
• Report equipment failures and coordinate with biomedical engineering
• Participate in QA/QC activities to maintain imaging standards
• Demonstrate professional ethics and compassionate patient care

Skills

English communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Patient care

Computer literacy

Education

RDMS Certification

RVT or RDCS Certification

Ultrasound Certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice of the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency and has completed the appropriate Ultrasound certification which is the standard of practice in ultrasound. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report or equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of field, diseases and new procedures as they evolve.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• RDMS Required
• RVT OR RDCS Required
• Must demonstrate skills in Ultrasound.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others.
• Ability to communicate well verbally. Must work effectively as a member of a team.
• Strong computer knowledge.
• Technical skills associated with duties listed within this job description.
• Willingness to complete further education or certification as required by the department.

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