Work in Iowa Healthcare Jobs

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

MercyOne Des Moines provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our employees' well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.

As our Cardiac Sonographer at MercyOne, you’ll help to discover the issue behind what’s ailing a patient and get us one step closer to successfully treating that illness or injury. Under supervision, you will perform echocardiograms according to established protocol for patients of MercyOne Iowa Heart Center. Using your organizational skills, you will follow clinic procedure for the organization and management of documentation within the electronic medical record system.

In order to be successful in this role, you’ll need to build trust in all your interactions through your professionalism and work ethic. You are very knowledgeable in all areas of your role but always eager to learn more. You keep impeccable records and knowledge of the current electronic medical record system. Confidentiality is of utmost importance to you. Most of all, you understand how vital your role is in the diagnosing and treating of our patients and you’re eager to help us succeed in making them better.

Day-to-day overview:

Maintains proficiency with all cardiac ultrasound equipment and procedures performed at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center

Performs echocardiograms on Iowa Heart Center patients according to established protocol.

Instructs and educates patient regarding the ordered test and prepares the patient for the procedure.

Demonstrates customer service/interpersonal skills

Appropriately documents in EHR and billing system

Adheres to all Joint Commission and IAC accreditation guidelines

Successful completion of an accredited two year Ultrasonography or Radiologic Technologist program or must meet the educational requirements of the ARDMS for ultrasound training. (ie: 2-year allied health degree or bachelor’s degree)

Registered or registry eligible by the ARDMS Maintains active registry status in ARRT and/ or ARDMS

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks).

Valid Iowa Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran