Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer II $10K SIGN ON BONUS

About the Role

Acquires echocardiographic data using transthoracic transducer acquisition with the patient at rest under the supervision and/or direction of a physician. Work includes morphologic imaging, assessment of myocardial function, recording of hemodynamic parameters, and visualization of blood flow. May perform stress echocardiographic testing and administer contrast imaging under the direction of a physician.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. These credentialed professionals perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Applies a broad range of skills to ensure exams are completed timely and meet quality and compliance standards.
• Provides appropriate echocardiographic testing process to patients, staff, and self according to prescribed safety standards.
• Gathers echocardiographic diagnostic images for all patients, including clinically complex patients.
• Communicates findings to the healthcare team, including recognition of abnormal studies.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities

• Compliance: Explains and applies basic statutory instructions in normal situations. Understands principles behind rules and regulations and escalates problems effectively.
• Patient Documentation: Demonstrates fundamental proficiency in patient documentation for assignments of moderate difficulty, generally under the direction of others.
• Echocardiography Technology: Demonstrates fundamental proficiency in echocardiography technology for practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Diagnostic Equipment: Demonstrates fundamental proficiency in using diagnostic tools for practical applications of moderate difficulty.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with understanding of how output impacts other areas related to own job area/team.
• Problem Solving: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
• Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops Self and Others: Invests time and energy in developing self and others to improve performance and gain knowledge.
  • Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
  • Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of stakeholders and customizes services accordingly.
  • Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles and identifies new opportunities for solutions.
  • Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Performs Excellent Work: Engages in dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.
  • Ensures Continuous Improvement: Looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
  • Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks.
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Demonstrates Accountability: Focuses on and drives critical issues to closure.
  • Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of departmental work to manage resources effectively.
  • Makes Data-Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas or opportunities to improve processes.
  • Applies Technology: Demonstrates enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures.
  • Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations as opportunities for improvement and embraces change.

Requirements

• Certifications: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) licensure.
• Work Experience: 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.