Pediatric and Fetal Sonographer - Seattle

Pediatric and Fetal Cardiac Sonographer

Join a team that shares your calling at MultiCare, a healthcare organization dedicated to caring for patients and communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day.

Position Summary

The Pediatric and Fetal Cardiac Sonographer will perform and analyze Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiograms, requiring an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population. The incumbent will perform these complex diagnostic exams and discuss the findings with the pediatric cardiologist. Demonstrate the ability to utilize the programs and databases in accordance with departmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Possess knowledge and skill with Philips and GE ultrasound machines and carry out all routine/urgent echocardiography procedures according to laboratory protocols
• Explain the procedure to the patient to give a feeling of comfort and reassurance
• Maintain patient records, exam data, and procedure observations
• Review studies and create preliminary reports for the interpreting physicians

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of a formal ultrasound technology training program
• Registered or registry eligible with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Current adult/pediatric echocardiography registry required, if registry pending, must complete appropriate registration within 12 months from date of employment
• RDCS with AE (Adult/pediatric echocardiography registry) required
• BLS Certification required
• Must have knowledge of complex congenital heart defects and surgical repairs
• Fetal echocardiography experience is preferred

Required Certifications

• RDCS with AE (Adult/pediatric echocardiography registry)
• BLS Certification
• PE (Pediatric Echo) and/or FE (Fetal Echo) strongly preferred

Why MultiCare?

• Growth and education
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development
• Well-being and support
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs
• Living our values
• Resource Groups and outreach programs
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Pay and Benefits

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.