Cardiac Sonographer Autonomy - Facilities

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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 30–35 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.