Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

Job Summary

You must be able to work in a dynamic, expanding, and fast-paced accredited pediatric echo lab as a registered pediatric cardiac sonographer. At our several hospital campuses, we offer services in both inpatient and outpatient clinic settings, including satellite clinics with portable equipment.

Required Certifications

• National certification from ARDMS or CCI
• PREFERRED: RVT for Vascular, RCS for echo

Location

1432 S Dobson Rd Suite 512, Mesa, 85202

Hours/Shift

This position will start with 5- 8 hr shift M-F during training. After training we will offer to keep 5- 8's or 4-10's, plus night/weekend call rotation.

Core Functions

• Performs echocardiograms on pediatric patients and adults with congenital heart disease utilizing department specific protocols.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient being served.
• Records, interrogates, quantifies, and measures both the presence of normal and abnormal anatomy or physiology in a manner consistent with approved standards.
• Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.
• Prepares and maintains accurate preliminary reports and documentation.
• Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders.
• Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates competence in assisting with invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established practices.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements and maintenance requirements.
• Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to repair or maintain equipment performance.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Adheres to safety policies.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
• Travel to various facilities may be required.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school for Cardiac Ultrasound as designated by the AMA and American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine.
• National certification in the area of specialty from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE), or a Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS).
• Non pediatric certified candidates must complete pediatric certification within 12 - 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Additional Related Education And/or Experience

Experience working in a clinic or acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer is preferred. Pediatric externship for a minimum of 6 months.