Pediatric Fetal Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatrics Cardiology

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
Performs high-quality fetal echocardiograms, pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined fetal and pediatric echo protocols; the sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician; also performs related cardiology non-invasive diagnostic cardiology testing; assists in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers, and students; participates in continuing medical education programs; assists in Heart Station continuous quality improvement (CQI) process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Performs pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards:

• Performs and analyzes pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms; requires an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines; performs these complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• Demonstrates the ability to utilize the computer programs and databases in regard to work flow in accordance with department standards.
  

Performs fetal echocardiograms in accordance with department standards:

• Performs and analyzes fetal echocardiograms; requires an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and fetal circulatory physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the fetus and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.

Performs non-invasive testing:

• EKGs.
• Holter monitor and cardiac event monitor testing.
• Stress Echo.

Works with and assists physicians with special procedures:

• Transesophageal echocardiograms; in-patient, ambulatory procedure center, operating rooms.
• Provides echocardiographic guidance during, heart biopsies, pericardial centesis, atrial septostomy and trans-catheter device placement.
• Sedated echocardiograms.
• Dobutamine stress echocardiograms.

Participates in continuing education programs:

• Attends weekly lectures related to fetal echocardiography, pediatric and adult congenital echocardiography or pediatric cardiology.
• Coordinates and/or assists with presentations of technologic updates or conference summaries.
• Maintains credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling the required accredited continuing medical education activities.
• Maintains certification and is able to deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).

Training and mentoring :

• Participates with training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students.
• Training programs will be approved by the Heart Station Medical Director, Fetal Medical Director and Heart Diagnostic Services Manager and be in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography Committee on Education and Training and IAC.

Heart Station Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process:

• Assists in maintaining equipment, documents necessary repairs in the Heart Station Equipment Log and reports to the Heart Diagnostic Services Manager.
• Participates in Quality Assurance process for IAC.

Service Excellence Responsibilities:

• Treats patients and families with care, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintains patient privacy at all times, abiding by HIPPA privacy standards.
• Provides patients and families with clear and accurate information while informing them of the testing.
• Takes action to improve service continuously.
• Responds consistently to the needs of referring physicians and other health care professionals who are participating in the patient's care.
• Creates a positive work environment by treating all co-workers, students and physicians with dignity and respect.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions:

• Heart Station Lab is based in a pediatric hospital.
• It is necessary to move heavy portable equipment.
• Some travel is necessary to outreach clinics.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Work Experience:
Echocardiography (5 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited sonography program specializing in echocardiography.
• Credentialed in fetal echocardiography through one of the examinations recognized by the ASE, ARDMS or CCI.
• Ability to perform all facets of non-invasive cardiology tests.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
Adult Echocardiography (AE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Advanced Echo Course - American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), ASCeXAM Exam - American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:
Cardiac Sonography, Clinical Sciences, Computer Literacy, Customer Rapport, Echocardiography, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Visio, Patient Care, Professional Standards, Relationship Building, Working Independently

Grade
C15-H

Salary Range
$39.78 - $61.69 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
  

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
  

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
  
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
  

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