Position Purpose:

Performs all duties of a Cardiovascular Sonographer. This individual is primarily responsible for the performance of adult and pediatric echocardiograms (TTE), transesophageal echoes (TEE), stress echo and other noninvasive cardiovascular testing such as occasional EKG and Holter monitors.

What you will Do:

Colleague will be responsible for using critical thinking to thoroughly assess and quantify cardiac pathology as well as independently decide when contrast is needed.

Assigns patient care to staff based on the degree of supervision required and complexity and dynamics of the patient condition. Reviews and adjusts unit staffing for his/her shift based on patient census and acuity utilizing the master staffing plan.  Assesses staffing needs for the upcoming shift adjusts if necessary. 

Supervises cardiovascular testing of the medical center patients and ensures that desired levels of performance are achieved.   

Identifies educational needs related to cardiovascular patients, staff, and self.  Facilitates clinical development of staff.  Serves as a mentor and resource person for staff.

Communicates in a collaborative manner with echo sonographers, nursing personnel, physicians, and other departments utilizing appropriate channels of communication. Participates with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate quality patient care.

Communicates and collaborates closely with the cardiologists.

Hours/Schedule:

Full Time, Day Shift. Working (8) hour shifts with varying start times between 7:00am - 8:30am. Holiday and Call Rotation of (1) week, every (7) weeks.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education [formal]:

Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular sonography program.

Registered Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonographer with active registration thru American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Must have a bachelor's degree in an approved course of study or be willing to complete a bachelor's degree within five years.

OR

In the event of colleague being a new graduate, colleague must be registered within 12 months of graduation per Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) guidelines.

Credentialing through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is acceptable if applicant can demonstrate thorough knowledge and competence of cardiac pathology.

At least two years of full-time employment in adult cardiovascular sonography preferred.

Must be able to work comfortably with patients of all ages.

A strong sense of responsibility and the ability to make sound judgments independently.

Neat, well-groomed appearance.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Effective time management skills.

Effective delegation skills.

Acts as a role model in delivery of quality cost-effective care.

Able to work flexible hours.

Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Provider-American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer-American Red Cross) prior to employment or within 30 days of hire and maintains current status.

Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines

Required to operate Mercy vehicle, will need to have proof of and maintain valid driver's license on file with Human Resources. 

Position Highlights and Benefits

$30,000 Sign on Bonus

Education Assistance offered

Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

Generous paid time off program

Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.