Ultrasound Technologist
Mason City, Iowa
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Technician

Location: Mason City, Iowa
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (Wednesday to Tuesday)
• Shift hours vary and include overnight and early morning shifts:

  • Wednesday/Thursday: 8:30 PM – 6:30 AM
  • Friday: 8:30 PM – 8:30 AM
  • Saturday: 8:00 PM – 8:30 AM
  • Sunday: 8:00 PM – 6:30 AM
  • Monday/Tuesday: 8:30 PM – 6:30 AM

Required Experience & Skills

• Specialty: Ultrasound Technician
• Experience with PIC (Peripheral Inserted Catheter)
• Familiarity with GE Centricity PACS system
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support)
• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification preferred

Required Qualifications & Credentials

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist or Ultrasound Technician, with experience within the last year
• Experience with Centricity (GE Centricity PACS system)
• Valid Ultrasound Technician license or certification as applicable
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Specialty-specific competency testing completed within the last year
• Fit test and drug screening (10-panel) completed within 30 days of start date
• Proof of immunizations and health screenings including:

  • COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or immunity proof
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series started prior to start date
  • Influenza vaccine or approved exemption
  • Varicella vaccination or immunity proof
  • Tdap vaccine (declinations accepted if no pediatric interaction)
  • 2-step PPD or IGRA TB test with chest x-ray if applicable
• Physical/health statement confirming fitness to work within the last year

Additional Onboarding Requirements

• Criminal background check (federal, nationwide, county) within 30 days of start
• Education verification of highest academic degree or diploma
• Various professional forms and agreements including confidentiality, code of conduct, conflict of interest, and system access forms
• Specialty skills checklist and core competency exams as required
• State-specific abuse registry checks (Iowa)
• Drug screening with Medical Review Officer (MRO) signature

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• All required documentation must be current and uploaded as per onboarding instructions.

This position is ideal for Ultrasound Technicians seeking a long-term assignment with a structured rotating schedule and who meet the specified certification and health requirements.