Cardiac Sonographer II

Performs advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures such as M-mode, 2-D, Doppler and Color Flow Doppler; identifies and defines cardiac abnormalities; prepares patients for procedures; assists in performing transesophageal studies; communicates clinical findings; records statistics and performs daily maintenance; acts as a resource; implements protocols; works with medical director to ensure quality processes and protocols.

Responsibilities

Performs advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures such as M-mode, 2-D, Doppler and Color Flow Doppler; Identifies and defines cardiac abnormalities; Prepares patients for procedures and obtains clinical history; Assists in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologist; Communicates clinical findings to appropriate staff; Records statistics and performs daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and equipment; Acts as a resource to other staff, physicians and students; Implements protocols as new technology evolves and ensures system echocardiography standards are implemented; Works with medical director to develop and ensure quality processes and protocols and assists with ICAEL accreditation; Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served

Requirements

Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS, or Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Advanced training beyond High School that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography; Typically requires 2 years of experience in cardiovascular sonography which includes experience in digital quantification; Advanced knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex sonographic principles, instrumentation and techniques, and new computer techniques; Advanced knowledge and proficiency in cardiovascular sonography procedures such as transesophageal and congenital; Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology; Excellent interpersonal and patient service skills; Intermediate computer skills; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; Must be able to sit 50% and stand and walk 20% of the workday; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Able to use hands and feet to operate equipment; Functional speech, vision and hearing

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program