Perinatal Sonographer II - Iowa Methodist - Full Time Days

UnityPoint Health
$37.82/Hr.-$56.74/Hr.
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Des Moines
1440 Pleasant Street (Show on map)
Jan 22, 2025
Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing Sign On Bonus: $7,500 FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Perinatal Services- Meth Shift: Mon-Fri Days Job ID: 157267 UnityPoint Health Information Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team - 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. Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally. You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind. We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected. Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Overview Under the direction of a Perinatologist, performs Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply Ultrasound Technology. The primary goal of the Medical Center is to provide the best possible health care to the sick and the injured. Diagnostic procedures performed by the Ultrasound Technologist contribute directly toward this goal. * $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL NEW HIRES * Responsibilities * Produces Diagnostic Ultrasound of patients in conformance with established department techniques and procedures by the proper selection and accurate operation equipment, technical factors, and assist the Perinatologist in the interpretation of the technical aspects of the completed examination. * Provides proper explanation of procedures to patients, their families, and others as needed to ensure the patients understanding of the examination to be performed. * Coordinates the work schedule for patients and procedures for efficient patient flow * Maintains knowledge of all Ultrasound Equipment in the department. * Assist in the educational training of the Student Ultrasound Technologists. * Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service. * Provides care to obstetrical patients in the Perinatal Center and Maternity Center Mon-Fri and call to Maternity Center after hours and on weekends * Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination while assisting Physicians and Perinatologist with procedures. * Assists in the transfer of patients to and from the examination table and provides proper immobilization devices for positioning or transporting as required. * Evaluates requisitions for the proper and accurate completion of the Ultrasound examinations, completes additional paperwork for record keeping, and aids in the proper storage of completed exams. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound Technology School or ARDMS registered with Ultrasound experience. Experience: One year as Ultrasound Tech preferably experienced in MFM. License(s)/Certification(s): ARDMS Registered in OB/GYN. CPR certified. Fetal Echo Certification within 2 years. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Perform functions under the stress of conflicting demands, deadlines, and time constraints. Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, and web browser. Professionalism and relationship management Ability to handle multiple interruptions and changing priorities.