Clinical Sonographer Coordinator-Radiology
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Job Summary
The University of Iowa Health Care department of Radiology is seekingaClinical Coordinator to assist patients and physicians in scheduling of exams and procedures in Ultrasound and Interventional Sections of the Department of Radiology. This individual will incorporate the roles of clinical specialist educator consultant and practitioner as indicated to support and enhance patient care.
Duties Include:
- Coordinates patient care to better utilize supportive services through patient visit and possible admission pre-schedules testing follows up with test results to both
patient and physician obtains medical history coordinates follow up visit appointment provides prescriptions rehabilitation teaching etc. - Independently coordinates and facilitates patient care between multiple disciplines within both the confines of UIHC and the local communities (including home health agencies referring physicians and other community support services).
- Rotate through Workflow Coordinator position in the procedural area. Consult directly with physicians PA-Cs technologists and nurses to triage patients and procedures answer phones and schedule follow-up appointments.
- Manages and supports Telephone Triage
- Revises patient care regime via the telephone or telemedicine within protocols developed collaboratively.
- Acts as a clinical resource or consultant for specific patient population with regard to the condition requiring radiology intervention.
- Serves as an educational and clinical resource to patient/family/staff (supports patient/family/ educational activities).
- Collaborates with nursing medical staff and other health professionals in the development and review of standards protocols home care instructions and in planning implementing and evaluating patient care for patients undergoing Interventional procedures.
- Operates autonomously in communicating with members of the health care team directing patient care and providing continuity of care across settings throughout the phases of care; autonomously communicates with referring physician.
- Performs other special projects and tasks as assigned.
- Consults with the interpreting physician regarding ultrasound and interventional exam findings.
- Document exam information as required by departmental standards.
- Provide information and instructions to patient patients family or others regarding the requested diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedure.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faulty and staff.
- Maintain quality control with the ultrasound section in accordance with accepted departmental standards.
University of Iowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12000 employees students and volunteers work together to provide safe quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.
Percent of Time:100%
Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday No call responsibilities No holidays No weekends
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position shift differential and overtime pay options. Located in Iowa City Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Education Requirements
- A Bachelors degree in Radiation Sciences or other Allied Health Sciences discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience; a Bachelors degree in Radiation Sciences is highly desirable.
- Extensive (3-5 years) progressively responsible experience in diagnostic medical sonography diagnostic cardiac sonography or vascular sonography
Certification Requirements
- Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or other nationally recognized accreditation organizations for primary specialty.
Experience Requirements
- Demonstration of commitment to principles of Service Excellence.
- Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience providing clinical education to students and sonographers and residents
- Collaborates and develops effective interpersonal relationships with nursing staff medical staff interdisciplinary teams and other hospital departments.
Application Process
To be considered applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 days. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
For additional questions or concerns please reach out to Clint Mohring at
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
