Cardiac Sonographer 1 - 499889

Job Title Cardiac Sonographer 1 Job Description As a member of the health care team, performs non-invasive cardiac diagnostic testing including M-mode echocardiograms, 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional sector scans, Cardiac Doppler, Color‑flow Imaging, and measurement of ejection fraction by echocardiogram on patients who are adolescent and adults at UTMC. Assists the physician in the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiograms. Performs Stress Exercise Echocardiograms in the Heart Station with the Stress Laboratory personnel. Maintains digital computer system. Responsibilities Adhere to UTMC Service Values including iCare standards at all times. Adhere to hospital policies, patient safety, performance improvement, and quality of care issues. Adhere to NPSG 09.02.01 by following the Morse Fall Scale to assess all patients for risk of falling. Adhere to NPSG 07.01.01 by effectively washing hands when going from one patient to the next. Be knowledgeable about patient safety and quality of care; recognize safety issues and handle incidents per institutional and/or departmental policies and procedures. Participate in department education and training; attend safety education and training in an effort to create a safe work environment. Recognize frayed cord, report equipment dysfunction in a timely manner, ensure alternate processes are in place, and take action to reduce adverse results or impact to patient care and the employee. Recognize exposure to blood, work as a team to limit exposure and create a safe work environment, including wiping up spills. Follow a standardized approach for handoff communication and the policy for communication, including the opportunity to ask and respond to questions. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or higher relevant degree required. Must be registered in Adult Echocardiography through ARDMS or obtain registration within six (6) months of hire. Computer knowledge required. AHA/CPR certification required in Basic Life Support Health Care Provider. Experience in non-invasive cardiology preferred. Must be able to be on‑call and work independently when called in. Must be able to be on‑call and be in the hospital within 1 hour when called in. Preferred Qualifications No preferred qualifications listed. Conditions of Employment To promote the highest levels of health and well‑being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco‑free. Pre‑employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect. The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. #J-18808-Ljbffr utoledo.edu