Cardiac Sonographer

Job Description

Job Description

Cardiac Sonographer - Full-Time Days

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

Under the supervision and direction of the physician, the Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing, documenting and communicating the results of the diagnostic 2D and M-Mode echocardiographic procedures as well as stress echocardiograms. The Cardiac Sonographer is also responsible for the hook up, disconnect and downloading of the holter monitors.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintains and operates echo and TEE equipment, including performing 2D and M-Mode echocardiograms, Doppler color flow, treadmill tests, and TEE.
• Calculates and submits accurate flow velocities, valve areas, and pressure gradients, ensuring the quality of exams and preliminary reports for physician review.
• Communicates critical results to physicians urgently and maintains accurate records for ICAEL re-certification, including peer review and quality assurance.
• Ensures cleanliness and proper stocking of echo and accurately enters data into the medical record.
• Coordinates with management and PSR to manage workload effectively, while observing universal precautions and adhering to OSHA regulations and infection control policies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines, responds to requests and emails promptly, and provides patient education.
• Participates in clinical educational programs to enhance professional competence and maintain certification.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program - New grads welcome
• Current BLS certification
• Licensure - Certification from ARDMS or CCI is required. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) via the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) of Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Completion of a two-year Allied Health degree and successful completion of a 12-month CAAHEP approved program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
• Experience - One year of experience in a certified echocardiography laboratory preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/sit for long periods while performing ultrasound studies. Ability to push ultrasound equipment throughout hospital for bedside testing.
• Bedside, Unit Patients or Procedure patients.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location: Onsite at Cayuga Heart and Vascular - 40 Catherwood Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850 (Ithaca Mall)
• Shift: Full-Time, Day/Evenings Flex. Anticipated schedule within operational hours of 7am to 5pm. Participation in weekend call at the hospital.
• Travel: 0% - 10% - Local/Area Travel Can Be Expected

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $38.56 to $57.79 per hour plus Benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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