Cardiac Sonographer I

Schedule

Dayshift, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

About the role

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized cardiac sonographic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in cardiac sonography, in all locations, across all patient types.
• Selects accurate equipment and technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Applies knowledge of cardiac sonographic principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, physics, positioning, and patient care skills.
• Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment.
• Maintains supplies and inventory in area; informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors.
• Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
• Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience, and quality.
• Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program.
• No prior experience required.
• RDMS or CCI Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.