What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN- Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Technologist position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.1
- Department: Maternal Fetal Medicine- CR
- Shift: PRN- variable
- Job ID: 189225
Location: Materal Fetal Medicine- Cedar Rapids, IA
Shift: PRN- As Needed
We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Ultrasound Technologist to join our Cedar Rapids Materal Fetal Medicine Team! This PRN role, is a great opportunity for an individual looking for as needed shifts.
In this role, you will operate specialized ultrasound equipment to perform detailed fetal evaluations and advanced procedures. Your technical expertise is matched by your empathy; you will guide families through real-time evaluations, offering clear education and compassionate support during high-stakes, stressful moments. You will also serve as a vital clinical partner, collaborating closely with physicians and care teams on complex case management.
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.
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 diagnostic ultrasounds while providing proper explanation of procedures to patients, their families, and others as needed to ensure the patient understands the examination to be performed
- Be proficient in performing the following ultrasound studies:
- Transabdominal and transvaginal
- Detailed fetal evaluation
- Fetal Echocardiography
- Nuchal translucency and nasal bonus
- Multiple gestations
- Fetal Doppler interrogation
- Diagnose and analyze fetal anomalies in partnership with the physician
- Diagnose and analyze fetal growth disturbance
- Maternal uterine artery Doppler interrogation
- Maternal general abdominal/pelvic evaluation
- Assist MFM physician in:
- History taking and presentation of complex MFM patient cases to the physician
- Interpretation of the technical aspects of the completed examination
- Performance of invasive fetal procedures
- Practice sterile technique and prevent cross contamination
- Travel to outreach clinics as needed
- Assist in the transfer of patients to and from the examination table and operate proper immobilization devices for positioning or transporting as required
Education:
- Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Registered or eligible for certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Ob/Gyn
- Fetal echocardiography certified or willing to pursue certification shortly after starting
- Nuchal Translucency & Nasal Bone Certification is required after 1 year in the office
- Mandatory reporter certification
- CPR certification