Senior Cardiac Sonographer - $15,000 Sign On Bonus

Position Summary

Under supervision, performs non-invasive diagnostic tests for cardiovascular diseases in order to support the goal of quality patient care.

About the Role

The Echocardiographer is responsible for preliminary echocardiographic measurements, summarizing diagnostic data and communicating information to manager or requesting physician. Performs a variety of technical duties in non-traumatic, non-invasive examinations using phono-apexcardiograms, imaging duplex and ultrasound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of technical duties required in non-traumatic, non-invasive examinations using phono-apexcardiograms, imaging duplex and ultrasound equipment.
• Positions patients and operates equipment to produce the most reliable and informative data.
• Explains procedures to patients.
• Evaluates as recording occurs and performs complete analysis.
• Interprets exams and chart graphics as needed and processes hard copy results.
• Aids in managing the daily work-flow by performing portable exams.
• Performs advanced technical responsibilities, consistent with level of skills.
• Performs stress echo examinations.
• Performs dodutamine echo examinations.
• Performs vascular studies when needed.
• Performs Holter Monitor analysis for cardiac arrhythmias or abnormalities.
• Performs cardiac stress tests under direct physician supervision.
• Prepares the patient for stress test, including electrode placement.
• Explains and demonstrates stress test to patients.
• Observes patient; records and calculates all necessary parameters, and interprets Electrocardiogram tracing for diagnostic purposes.
• Prepares and maintains a record system for patient examination results.
• Provides guidance in performing echocardiograms to technicians, fellows and students.
• Provides guidance and direction to EKG Technicians in the absence of the Manager.
• Maintains department records, reports and files as required.
• Performs charge entry into the hospital billing system.
• Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions as required.
• Conducts interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and fellow employees in a courteous, professional and friendly manner.
• Maintains work area and equipment in condition as required by department standards.
• Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies and orders new supply to prevent shortages.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Conforms to hospital standards of conduct so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided.
• Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision-making and to facilitate the hospital’s goals and mission.
• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
• Works independently in amyloid clinic.
• Able to perform research studies with high technical expertise and reproducibility.
• Able to take on senior administrative duty responsibilities and navigate day to day operations including delegation of workflow to other staff in the absence of the chief echo tech.
• Ability to troubleshoot scheduling issues and manage unexpected work disruptions (such as difficult patients, add-on studies, sonographer absences, etc.).
• Carries out senior administrative duties as requested by the chief sonographer and troubleshoots software difficulties with ISCV and ordering systems.
• Able to teach other technical staff and cardiology fellows both in terms of medical knowledge and hands-on technical expertise.
• Able to contribute to the maintenance and/or repair of machine hardware and software.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Cardiology, Medical Terminology, basic Physics, Biology and Anatomy in order to perform tests and interpret raw data.
• Knowledge acquired through the completion of a two-year program in a related field of study (e.g., a cardiosonography technical training program).
• Certification or eligibility for registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in echocardiography is strongly preferred.
• At least one year of experience in echocardiography (not including as an intern) in a hospital facility.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience working in a Stress lab as well as with Amyloid patients.
• Knowledge of general cardiograph and hospital procedures, sonography equipment as well as proficiency in performing technical work.
• The analytical ability to solve problems of limited technical complexity.
• Strong interpersonal skills to explain procedures and to allay the apprehension of patients; and to interact effectively with physicians, team members, other hospital staff and patient’s family.
• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.
• Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation range of $43.03- $62.50 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, 403(b) savings matches, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. The company also adheres to equal opportunity employment practices and provides resources to support diversity and inclusion initiatives.