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A Brief Overview

Performs cardiac ultrasound exams (echoes) to facilitate quality patient care for patients of all ages requiring cardiac evaluation. Rotates on-call responsibilities after hours and on weekends to perform studies or provide testing as requested.

Essential Functions

• Performs echoes and completes all measurements to produce a preliminary report for patients of various ages. Responsible to take call on a rotational basis to perform studies or provide test resulting as requested. • Perform high quality exams and produce preliminary summary the same day as ordered unless otherwise specified by Cardiology physician. • Echocardiograms are performed in a method consistent with department protocols and ASE/ICAEL guidelines. • Provide patient/caregiver education to relieve apprehension and improve cooperation during exam. • Is on site within 30-60 minutes of call back to perform procedures unless otherwise specified by physician. • Responds to page within 5-10 minutes time frame when on-call for procedures. • Rotates to outreach/contract sites to perform ECHO’s as requested.

• Coordinates smooth flow of procedure, scheduling and completion in inpatient, clinic, outpatient, emergency department, outreach and offsite facilities to meet the needs of the patient/caregiver, physician, and other professionals. • Procedures are scheduled based on priority of patient needs. • Procedure is explained to patient and caregiver at an understandable level and in a timely manner. • Sonographer is available and ready for patient when they arrive for their procedure preventing any delays.

• Communicates effectively and timely with physician. • Participates in exam review with the physician for interpretation when points of interest need to be discussed. • Uses good judgment and applies critical value criteria when determining the need to notify MD of test results prior to patient leaving area. • Communication is provided in a timely manner and accurately portrays procedure findings.

• Performs a variety of functions in support of the Echo Lab and Cardiology Department. • Electronic logs updated daily and in a timely manner as the works is completed. • Repairs and maintenance needs are reported to appropriate persons as soon as is reasonable to prevent extended downtime. • Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion to comply with infection control regulations and to present a professional look to patients and families by disinfecting room and probes after each use, restocking supplies if necessary, and good handwashing. • Performs professional, clinic instruction of fellows and students by performing and assisting with hands-on instruction when appropriate.

• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.

• Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Education Qualifications

• Knowledge of cardiology equipment and procedures at a level normally acquired through completion of 2-4 years of specialized courses beyond high school, as found in an echocardiography program Required

Experience Qualifications

• Cardiac Sonography Registered (ARDMS) or registry-eligible echo cardiographer with two years echo experience Preferred and

• Previous Pediatric experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of congenital heart defects preferred.

• Typing skills and data entry experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Adult Echocardiography (AE) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within 180 Days Required or

• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Candidates or employees with current and active Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) certification will fulfill this requirement. within 180 Days Required and

• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Required or

• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 2 years of hire Required and

• BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Required

• Employee’s, who are identified as high frequency drivers, must have valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record and ability to provide own transportation. Required

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Requisition ID : 21013