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Senior Sonographer or Sonographer - Downtown Campus - Radiology - ($5,000
Location:
Iowa City, IA
Description:
The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA) Radiology Department is looking to hire for one position at either the Sonographer, Pay Grade 5, or Sr. Sonographer, Pay Grade 7, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA) is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowa's only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024.Perform complex radiographic procedures at an advanced level that requires independent judgment and initiative in order to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing and treating patient illness; participate in teaching, evaluating, and advising fellows, residents, and medical students. Schedule: M-F 1500-2330. Rotating call and holidaysDuties to include:Sonographer: * Assists in the instruction of co-workers and students as required as well as in the review, updating and developing of new procedures as they become available. * Assists physicians in advanced sonographic procedures such as biopsies, amniocentesis, and similar activities. * Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARDMS certification. * Coordinates procedures with nursing units, referring offices, and within the Radiology department. * Interviews patients and records medical history relative to ultrasound examinations. * Identifies, accesses, and prepares medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. * Maintains all equipment by safe, cautious and proper use, communicating any malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor immediately. * Prepares patients and determines technical factors to be used in ultrasound examinations. * Provides for care and protection of patients during procedures, assuming care for the emotional, psychological and physical needs while adhering to The Joint Commission patient safety goals. * Performs other related duties as assigned. Senior Sonographer:* Obtains and documents a comprehensive medical, psychosocial, and developmental health history; performs and documents complete, system-focused, or symptom-specific physical examination, assessment, and plan of care.* In collaboration, provides healthcare services for primary, acute, and complex care of patients and manages patient's overall care, initiates appropriate referrals and consultations, and identifying expected outcomes for diagnoses.* Orders, performs, interprets, and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated.* Forms differential diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions.* Prescribes therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic and surgical/procedural, needed to achieve expected outcomes.* Utilizes evidence-based, approved practice protocols in planning and implementing care.* Provides specialty specific consultation services upon request and within specialty scope of practice.* Facilitates the patient's transition between and within health care settings, such as admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.For a full job description, schedule and information about the Radiology Department, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.Sonographer: Required Qualifications:* CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology, or* Completion of a two-year or more accredited health science program (i.e. Radiologic Technology, Medical Technology, Nursing, etc.) plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography, or * Completion of a bachelor's degree plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography. * Board-eligible or certified by ARDMS within 1.5 months of hire - Required. * Board-eligible or RVT certified by ARDMS within 1.5 months of hire - Required. * Board-eligible or certified in Abdomen and OB/GYN by ARDMS - Preferred. * Certification in BCLS within 6 months of hire - Required. Highly Desired Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in a healthcare or science related field.Senior Sonographer:Required Qualifications:* A Bachelor's degree in Radiation Sciences or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceo CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology, oro Completion of a bachelor's degree plus completion of a twelve-month formal education program in Sonography* Extensive (3-5 years) progressively responsible experience in diagnostic medical sonography* Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or other nationally recognized accreditation organizations for primary specialty.* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.* Experience providing clinical education to students and sonographers and residents.Highly Desired Qualifications:* A Bachelor's degree in Radiation Sciences is highly desirable.Position and Application Details:In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:* Resume* Cover LetterJob openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.For additional questions, please contact XXXX@uiowa.edu.Additional Information * Classification Title: Senior Sonographer * Appointment Type: SEIU * Schedule: Full-time * Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation * Pay Level: 7 Contact Information * Organization: Healthcare * Contact Name: Megan Humphreys * Contact Email: XXXX@uiowa.eduThe University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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