Sonographer - 50% OBGYN Heartland Drive
Sonographer - 50% OBGYN Heartland Drive
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Job Description
The University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a 50% Sonographer. The sonographer will perform obstetric and gynecologic ultrasounds and ultrasoundguided procedures under physician supervision. This position includes moving and lifting equipment and patients. Weekends holiday rotations and travel to outreach clinics is required as part of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Ultrasound Service.
Department Summary: We provide consultation comprehensive treatment planning and a broad range of services for patients with normal and highrisk pregnancies and for gynecology including oncology and reproductive endocrinology. Our comprehensive medical surgical and nursing services span the full spectrum of all obstetric and gynecologic patients at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. In addition to patient care the department is noted for its strong educational programs for sonography students medical students residents fellows and practicing physicians. Basic and clinical research in reproductive medicine is an important departmental activity.
This position will be based at the Heartland Drive clinic in Coralville but will be expected to float between all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic locations. Applicant will need to be abletravel to University of Iowa Outreach Clinics or offsite locations and available to work weekend and holiday rotations. $10000 sign on incentive for those who qualify.
Position Responsibilities:
- Takes appropriate number of pictures to document anatomy and pathology for specified exams according to established protocols.
- Utilizes sterile technique in accordance with established departmental policy in performing Doppler ultrasound examinations and invasive procedures.
- Assists and instructs residents and/or students in clinical aspects of ultrasound.
- Produces and maintains ultrasound examination reports.
- Assists patients with telemedicine encounters for physician video consultations after ultrasound examinations as needed.
- Attends all required inservice education and department programs while meeting standards.
Education Requirements
- CAAHEP accredited or equivalent program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography or Vascular Technology or
- Completion of a twoyear or more accredited health science program (i.e. Radiologic Technology Medical Technology Nursing etc.) plus completion of a twelvemonth formal education program in Sonography or
- Completion of a bachelors degree plus completion of a twelvemonth formal education program in Sonography.
Position Requirements
- Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in OB/GYN
- Valid Iowa drivers license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Certification in scanning nuchal lucency by the Fetal Medicine Foundation within 9 monthsfollowing the start of employment.
- Ability to move 25 50 lbs. on a consistent basis and 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience performing invasive studies including CVS amniocentesis cordocentesis and saline infusion sonography.
- Experience scanning high risk obstetrics and fetal anomalies monitoring follicular development during iatrogenic ovulatory cycles and 3D scanning with reconstruction.
Position and Applications Details:
- In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of14calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
- Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose 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 Cassie Burrill at.
Employment Type
Part-Time
