Ultrasound/Sonography Technologist Lead- Diagnostic Cardiology

Overview:

UnityPoint Health- St. Luke's - Downtown

Days 7:30a-4p

 

 

The Ultrasound/Sonography Tech Lead is responsible for coordination of ICAVL certification. Responsibilities includes assuring department standards are meeting those of ICAVL.  Standards include report format, study technique and quality of studies performed.  Assure that accreditation filing deadlines are met and respond to inquiries or audits performed by ICAVL.  Assure that department equipment is properly maintained and report of equipment failures.  Coordinate and conduct ICAVL semi-annual quality conferences.  Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

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:

• In conjunction with the Non-invasive Manager coordinate activities on a day to day basis for the vascular services department.
• Perform cardiac stress testing per protocol which includes explaining procedure, completing permits, prepping skin and ECG hook-up, treadmill demonstration, operating treadmill during procedure, monitoring blood pressure and pulse, observing and assessing patient post exercise, completing treadmill forms and documentation.
• Perform calculations and imaging of vessels with accurate reporting on PACS system.
• Make recommendations for replacement of existing equipment or new equipment as needed assuring efficient usage of resources
• Assure that all echo and vascular equipment is maintained for efficient usage.

Qualifications:

Education: 

• Graduation of formal Ultrasound training program or equivalent approved by ARDMS required. 
• Certification in Echocardiographery or Peripheral Vascular required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Experience: 

• Five (5) years of working experience in the USrequired.  
• One to two years of Lead Technologist experience preferred. 

License(s)/Certification(s): 

• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons required.  
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) credentialed required.  
• Current CPR/BCLS certification or obtained within 30 days for new hire required.