Cardiac Sonographer III - Penn Ave Cardiology

Overview

UnityPoint Health

Cardiac Sonographer III

(Would Consider Cardiac Sonographer I or II with other experience)

Penn Ave. Cardiology Clinic

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM

Full-time + benefits

Join a highly respected cardiology team dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care. As a Cardiac Sonographer III, you'll use advanced echocardiography technology to perform high-quality diagnostic studies that play a vital role in the early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of heart disease. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced cardiologists in a collaborative, patient-centered clinic where your expertise is valued and your contributions directly impact patient outcomes.

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

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations in accordance with clinic policies, protocols, and industry standards.
• Utilize advanced sonographic knowledge to obtain high-quality diagnostic images while adapting exam techniques based on patient anatomy, pathology, and clinical presentation.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment to distinguish normal from abnormal cardiac structures and identify pathological findings during examinations.
• Analyze echocardiographic images, correlate findings with patient history, and communicate pertinent information to cardiologists and referring providers.
• Prepare accurate preliminary reports and promptly communicate urgent or critical findings following established protocols.
• Ensure patient comfort, safety, and education throughout the imaging process while providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold quality assurance standards to support excellent clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, high-quality cardiovascular care.
• Maintain equipment functionality and adhere to infection prevention and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited cardiac sonography program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a specialty area such as echocardiography and/or vascular diagnostics.
• Current certification/registry in both cardiac and vascular sonography through ARDMS and/or CCI.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license required when operating a vehicle for work-related duties.