ECHO Cardiac Sonographer (Upton Cardiology) - 40 hours, days

Compensation & Schedule Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $32.87 - $59.17 Schedule Details: Monday through Friday Scheduled Hours: 8-4:30pm Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 40 This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Under the supervision of the Senior Ultrasonographer, this role provides direct patient care services and other related functions in support of the department. The employee performs independently within scope of department policies as an Echo Cardiac Sonographer, clinically working at the direction of a qualified Cardiologist. Major Responsibilities Properly performs all echocardiology examinations including Transesophageal technique, consistent with patient age, in inpatient or outpatient settings, in compliance with departmental and professional standards and protocols. Gather pertinent clinical data and maintain accurate patient records. Accurately complete all records, paperwork and exams. Position and transfer patients appropriately and assist physicians with interventional exams. Promptly and properly transfer digitized echo studies to the Echo PACS system and perform necessary manipulation of data. Assist in maintaining an orderly inventory and in arranging the purchase of needed supplies. Monitor equipment to ensure that it remains in proper working order and ensures that proper supplies are available as needed. Utilize proper sterilization and cleansing of all probes according to department policy and procedure. Assist with other job related duties including film processing, urgent requests, and scheduling. Assist with an equal amount of On-call coverage. Position Qualifications License / Certification / Education Required: Graduate of accredited school of Ultrasonography, Radiological Technology or Cardiac Sonography. Preferred: Certification preferred Associate's Degree preferred Experience / Skills Required: Knowledge consistent with outlines in Physics and Instrumentation for echocardiology exams. Minimum one year experience in diagnostic echocardiology under the direction of a qualified physician. Expected ARDMS registered in one category within one year of hire date. Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting, collaborating with peers to produce optimum results. Verbal and written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with patients and families. OR equivalent combination of the above. Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr