Cardiac Sonographer- Cardiology Diagnostic **15,000 Sign-On Bonus**

Overview Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines. Job Description Summary Performs congenital transthoracic echocardiograms and generates preliminary reports. Participates in a rotating call schedule covering nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Job Description Essential Functions Maintains basic understanding of congenital heart disease, cath lab interventions, surgical repairs, and complications which lead to the acquisition of high quality and diagnostic images. Performs echocardiograms at various offsite clinics and local hospitals. Provides training and positive mentorship to various trainees. Maintains the required CMEs for pediatric echocardiography registration. Participates in department quality and process initiatives. Participates in various research projects. Education Requirement Bachelor’s degree in an applied science and a graduate from an accredited medical ultrasound school preferred. Licensure Requirement Must be actively registered in Adult or Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Must be actively registered in Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within two years of hire date. Certifications Certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation must be maintained. Skills Accepts and supports change in a positive manner. Maintains professional standards, sets goals, and participates in activities to achieve those goals. Ability to function with flexibility and adaptability to an ever changing and fast paced environment. Experience Extensive knowledge of normal and abnormal pediatric cardiac imaging, required. Physical Requirements Occasionally: Bend/twist, blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, climb stairs/ladder, cold temperatures, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, flexing/extending of neck, fumes/gases/vapors, hot temperatures, lifting/carrying 0-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, 21-40 lbs, 41-60 lbs, loud noises, reaching above shoulder, squat/kneel, working outdoors. Frequently: Computer skills, driving motor vehicles (work required) – additional testing may be required, patient equipment, pushing/pulling 0-25 lbs, 100 lbs or greater with assistance, 26-40 lbs, 41-60 lbs, 61-100 lbs, sitting, standing, walking. Continuously: Audible speech, color vision, decision making, depth perception, hand use (grasping, gripping, turning), hearing acuity, interpreting data, machinery, peripheral vision, problem solving, repetitive hand/arm use, seeing – far/near. Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above Radiation/Fluoroscopy "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide Children's Hospital