Chief Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Des Moines, IA

***$7,500 SIGN ON BONUS*** (full-time only)

Shift Options:

1. Full-time Monday-Thursday Overnights (32 hours/week), no call included (Methodist)

2. Full-time Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday overnight 4 10-hour shifts, or 2 10-hour shifts Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday (Methodist)

3. PRN- As Needed (Methodist)

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?

• Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2023  by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

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• 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.

• Consistently utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.

• 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.

• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.

• Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.

• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.

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.