Relief Echo Sonographer (weekends required)

Position Details Echo Sonographer – Schedule: Weekends – Department: Echocardiogram – Location: Palo Alto, California – Employer: Stanford Health Care Responsibilities Documents observations made during the procedure for final interpretation by the physician or other qualified medical professional; obtains pertinent diagnostic images for record documentation when presenting cases. Ensures that ultrasound equipment and accessories are maintained and functional; reports problems to Lead Tech and supervisor. Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure. Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment and observes sound wave patterns produced. Produces and processes diagnostic images and presents completed sonograms to physician. Participates in maintaining records for research cases. Participates as needed in evaluation of new equipment for research or possible future use in department. Performs a variety of echo‑cardiography procedures utilizing ultrasonic high frequency. Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques. Performs proper probe handling and cleaning according to procedures if necessary. Performs proper Doppler technique and documentation of Doppler information, color and Doppler spectral imaging, color & spectral scale. Reviews patient medical history in chart information system. Reloads prior exams for comparison. Utilizes ancillary equipment appropriately (Xcelera PACS – Picture Archiving and Communication systems). Spot‑checks exams for required views and adequate demonstration of anatomy. Completes exam within required timeframe. Maintains records and reports on equipment, procedures performed and billing. Qualifications Education and Licensure: Must hold a relevant license or certification; examples include RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or CCI – Cardiovascular Credentialing International. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Experience: Minimum one year of experience as an echo sonographer or new graduate from an ultrasound school. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization, and gain their cooperation. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to interpret physician instructions and patient medical and clinical records to determine type of ultrasonic procedure/test to be performed. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, congenital/acquired pathology as related to ultrasound diagnostic procedures. Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area. Knowledge of principles of the PACS network and other electronic image processing and image development systems. Knowledge of principles of ultrasound physics and propagation of ultrasound through tissues. Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment. Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment instrumentation. Compensation Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $80.95–$91.18 per hour. Final salary will be based on internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. C‑I‑CARE Standards Stanford Health Care upholds C‑I‑CARE standards for patient and family experience, focusing on anticipating patient needs, guiding actions, and coordinating care. Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability status, or any protected class. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment. All applicants, employees, and veterans are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr