Cardiac Sonographer - PRN

About the role

The position involves performing cardiac ultrasound procedures, including echocardiograms and stress tests, under the supervision of a cardiologist. The role requires a high level of technical expertise and the ability to manage a variety of patient conditions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and perform pre-ultrasound assessments.
• Verify the appropriateness of the ultrasound procedure based on patient history and assess for any inconsistencies.
• Communicate with patients, ensuring their safety and comfort during the procedure.
• Perform routine and complex cardiac ultrasound procedures such as echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and TEE exams.
• Assist physicians in acquiring images from the esophagus during TEE exams.
• Identify and evaluate appropriate anatomical and physiological consequences of disease processes.
• Organize and document acquired data accurately for the interpreting physician.
• Notify the interpreting physician of critical values and provide feedback on peer-reviewed cases.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and assist in the education of sonographer students, residents, and medical students.
• Administer and document IVs, UEA, and bubble studies as needed.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and perform service calls as required.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of a programmatically accredited program in cardiac ultrasound/echocardiography or a diploma, associate, or baccalaureate degree in Health Science.
• Certification as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills

• Advanced understanding of ultrasound physics and instrumentation.
• Ability to identify and evaluate disease processes.
• Proficiency in cardiovascular disease states.
• Effective communication and patient interaction skills.
• Knowledge of ultrasound enhancing agents and bubble studies.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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