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Cardiac Sonographer Opportunity in Charles City, Iowa
This is a rare chance to lead and shape a brand-new echo program within a mission-oriented community hospital. With no weekends, no call, and a flexible weekday schedule, this position is ideal for an experienced sonographer who values autonomy, modern technology, and professional growth. You ll be the go-to expert in a supportive, patient-centered environment, with input into how services evolve.
Practice Overview
- You ll serve as the lead and sole Echo Sonographer at a respected critical access hospital
- Brand new $40M hospital expansion to be open in late 2026 with more expansion plans next year!
- Perform adult transthoracic, transesophageal, stress, contrast, strain, and 3D echo studies
- No pediatric echo, procedural assistance, or cross-coverage required - optional depending on your personal preferences
- Echo studies read remotely by cardiologists; no bedside/mobile imaging
- Option for cross-collaboration with Cardiologists - personal preference
Schedule
- Flexible weekday schedule: choose 4x10s or 5x8s (Monday Friday)
- No nights, weekends, holidays, and NO CALL!
- Daily volume of approximately 5 studies per day
- All services performed onsite in a dedicated imaging suite
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly wage: $37.54 $48.48
- Full IPERS pension + 403(b) retirement plan
- IPERS Pension plan pays you a % of your income for the rest of your life! It's one of the last TRUE Hospital pension plans available.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO, holidays, certification support, and negotiable sign-on/relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
- ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS) certification required
- At least 1 year of adult echo experience
- Must be comfortable working independently and collaboratively with cardiologists
- Strong communication and workflow management skills preferred
Community & Location Highlights
- Charles City is a welcoming small town with excellent schools, low cost of living, and safe neighborhoods
- Outdoor recreation, local events, and riverside trails contribute to a high quality of life
- Located within minutes of regional hubs including Mason City and Waverly
- 40 min away from Clear Lake vacation destination - awesome restaurants, shops, parks, and water sports
Let s talk about how this opportunity can help you achieve your professional and personal goals.