Cardiac Sonographer - Per Diem

Cardiac Ultrasound TechnologistTo perform cardiac ultrasound procedures of a professional level on all patient population serviced by South Shore Health & Educational Corporation other than pediatric patients. Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient.Compensation Pay Range: $41.30 - $59.70Essential Functions:Performs complete study including M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER.Acquires all necessary images and measurements according to lab protocolsInterprets all techniques giving internal dimensions, wall motion and flow pattern analysis.Quantitative abnormal valve areas calculating gradients.Obtains permanent records of examination.Looks up patient information and previous echo exams in the patient's electronic medical records systemCompletes exam documentation and billing info in the patient's electronic medical recordsContributes professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report.Writes preliminary interpretation for physician review.Informs physician during reading session of any non-conventional views taken.Stores daily examinations performed.Ensures that all studies download correctly to GE server.Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.Able to utilize GE reading station including burning CD, downloading casesAble to utilize Epic (Electronic medical records)Able to utilize the electronic method of calling down inpatients in a timely and efficient manner.Safety Awareness – Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.Practices MD notification of "red values" as described in policy.Job Requirements:Minimum Education: At least a (2) two year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training culminating in an associate degree or higher.Minimum Work Experience: At least (1) one to (2) two years experience preferredRequired Certifications: RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)) or RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)Required Classes/Skills: BLS - Basic Life Support (within 180 days after start date) ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 180 days after start date)Required additional Knowledge and Abilities:Ability to demonstrate competency in echocardiography.Must be able to recognize abnormal structure and be able to correlate this information into a useful study.Must be able to deviate from normal techniques, when necessary, to develop new techniques.Must be able to utilize ancillary devices, i.e., selected transducers