Ultrasound Technologist

• Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing

• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

• Department: Ultrasound- Meth

• Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or Monday-Thursday 10pm-8am, rotation between three campuses within the Des Moines area, also available PRN- varied hours as needed

• Job ID: 181715

Overview

Shift Options:

1. Full-time Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm; rotation between three campuses within the Des Moines area

2. Full-time Monday-Thursday 10:00pm to 8:00am, rotates between three campuses in the Des Moines area. Participates in holiday rotation.

3. PRN- varied hours as needed

**Are you a current Sonography/Ultrasound student? Learn more about our student stipend program: UPH Career Launch ( . **

Under the direction of a Radiologist or PA, 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 UnityPoint Health – Des Moines 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.

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

• 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 Radiologist or PA 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 insure the patients understanding of the examination to be performed.

• Coordinates the work schedule for patients and procedures for efficient patient workflow.

• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination while assisting Providers 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.

• Maintains knowledge of all Ultrasound Equipment in the department.

• Covers call and rotates shift to ensure proper coverage for Ultrasound.

• Assist in the educational training of the Student Radiology Technologists.

Qualifications

Education: Graduated from an accredited ARDMS program

Experience: No experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s): ARDMS Registered in Physics and 2 categories within 1 year of hire, with Abdomen as 1 required category. (Category i.e. Abdomen, OB/Gyn, Pediatric, Breast, Vascular). Maintain ARDMS CEU requirements. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Must understand Ultrasound routines and provide diagnostic Ultrasounds.