+ Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing + Sign On Bonus: $20,000 + FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 + Department: Cardiology Clinic + Shift: Monday-Friday days, occasional on call + Job ID: 169356 Overview Sign On Incentive of $20,000 for qualifying candidates! The Cardiac Sonographer II provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic equipment in accordance with those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience and has demonstrated competency. This position requires application of clinical, cooperative, and independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to complete the variety of technical procedures. 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 · Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance to clinic policy and procedure for adult patients; inpatient and outpatient status. · Applies cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information and images. · Applies independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal pathologic findings. · Analyzes sonograms, processes sonographic information and medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate physician. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts the referring physician when required, according to established protocols. · Initiate billing for testing performed. · Maintain active registry status. · Participates in the laboratory accreditation process. · Coordinates work schedule with department lead or manager to assure workload coverage. · Assumes responsibility for the safety and the mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the care of the sonographer. · Organizes daily work schedule and performs clerical duties with accuracy. Initiate the billing exam process. · Maintain and recognize malfunctioning equipment, perform minor troubleshooting, and initiate repair service when warranted. · Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. · Participates in the laboratory accreditation process. · Participates in department quality improvement processes. Qualifications · Graduate of an accredited cardiac sonography program. · Minimum of one (1) year experience in Echocardiography · Current registry in cardiac sonography through the ARDMS/CCI. · BCLS · Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.