Cardiac Sonographer - Kenner/Laplace/Luling - PRN

Job Description This job provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients by performing a variety of sonographic procedures and/or tests, including electrocardiograms and associated stress tests, echocardiograms (2D/M Mode, Doppler and Color Flow imaging, Exercise Stress Echo and Dobutamine Stress Echo). The Cardiac Sonographer compiles history and diagnostic information from the examination and presents preliminary sonographic findings to the team. Education and Experience Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Work Experience Required: None. Preferred: 1 year of experience in cardiac ultrasound. Certifications Required: Active RDCS registry through ARDMS Credentialing Agency or RCS registry through CCI Credentialing Agency within 6 months of completing the required 12-month clinical experience period. Basic Life Support: BLS from the American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the various disease states. Ability to preliminarily identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria. Ability to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance. Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special considerations. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure. Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to be self-directed and function without direct supervision. Ability and willingness to have and maintain flexibility in work duties and hours (may require a flexible schedule such as nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, etc.). Job Duties Prepares, instructs, and educates patients on procedures. Performs diagnostic procedures. Documents and keeps records. Prepares work area. Effectively plans, organizes, and displays good judgment and decision making. Maintains professional development and required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respecting privacy, introducing oneself, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. Job Information Company: Ochsner Health System Position: Cardiac Sonographer - Kenner/Laplace/Luling - PRN Work Location: Gretna Country: US Ochsner Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health System