Cardiac Sonographer

Overview Copley Hospital, located in Morrisville/Stowe VT, is in search of a Cardiac Sonographer to join our team in the Cardiology Clinic. We focus on finding, treating, and preventing heart attacks, heart failure, heart rhythm disturbances, and diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Our cardiology providers work with patients and their primary care physicians to ensure that patients understand their illnesses. This is a Per Diem position (FT/PT available). Copley Hospital has a variety of shifts available across Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem needs. Compensation $34-39/hour. The posted salary range reflects compensation for candidates with limited experience. An offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market data. An offer of employment may be outside of the posted range based on those factors. Responsibilities Sets up examination rooms ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready. Maintains orderliness And cleanliness of work area. Follows infection control practices Obtains all appropriate documentation. Maintains record keeping in Echo Lab. Participates in the echo reading sessions when available. Patient Care- Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during exam. Provide assistance with such tasks as dressing and changing to seriously ill, injured or disabled patients. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Supplies-Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep Material on hand at all times. Equipment: Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member. Quality Assurance/Control- Assists with quality control/assurance programs. Participates in quality control projects as needed. Computer System- Follows department and hospital protocols for use of the hospital computer system Echocardiography - Performs the echocardiogram according to AHA guidelines. Performs stress test hook-ups, Halter Monitors, EKG's, blood pressures. Assists in the clinical area when the echo schedule permits and/or when POD nurse requests. Explains procedures to patient and carries out procedures under direction of physician. Observes hear activity and monitors test results for abnormal patterns. Uses knowledge of cardiac-function patterns to to evaluate results observed. Records all findings and incorporates theses into patients medical records. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient ranging from newborn to geriatric. Makes preliminary analysis and interpretation of test results for physician's further study and diagnosis. Maintains all equipment in proper working order and reports any malfunction immediately. Qualifications Education Required Associate' s degree in cardiovascular technology. Experience Required Three years experience performing cardiovascular tests in a supervised setting. Skills Required Registered (or registry eligible) technician in adult echocardiography. BCLS certification. Eligible for registry by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. #J-18808-Ljbffr