Cardiac Sonographer I

Cardiac Sonographer IAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.The Cardiac Sonographer I works under the supervision of the Echocardiography Laboratory Technical Director, Medical Director, and the Cardiology Practice Manager. Performs prompt, courteous, and quality transthoracic, transesophageal, & stress echocardiography. Provides ancillary services in support of the Echocardiography Laboratory and maintaining accreditation status. Travels to regional sites and performs echocardiograms independently. Mentor's fellows, students, and level I sonographers as requested. Participates in the echocardiography on call rotation. Must attain credentials as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI) within 12 months of employment.Performs prompt, courteous, and quality technical diagnostic studies and support services at an expert levelPerforms routine, urgent and emergent transthoracic, transesophageal and stress echocardiography diagnostics in accordance with established protocols as measured by physician feedback and managerial observationRoutinely provides related services as requested as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observationProvides echocardiography services at regional health center sites as needed as measured by managerial observationProvides backup coverage in other non-invasive diagnostic areas of the department as assigned as measured by managerial reviewProvides confidentiality for all patients as measured by co-worker and patient feedback and managerial observationFulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observationParticipates in the on-call schedule for echocardiography and responds within 30 minutes when called in as measured by physician feedback and managerial observationCollaborates with team members to provide excellent patient service and serves as a mentor for fellows, students and level I sonographers as requestedWorks closely with schedulers to assure timely patient access to echocardiography services and responses to physician referrals as measured by patient and co-worker feedback and managerial observationDelivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, 100% of the time, as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the supervisorPresents a positive image of Bassett Healthcare and the BHCI through professional appearance and behavior as measured by patient and co-worker feedback and managerial observationWorks collaboratively with Cardiology and all hospital departments as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observationParticipates in performance and quality improvement activities of the department, to include providing peer feedback, as measured by managerial observationMaintains echocardiography equipment in good condition, reporting all malfunctions as measured by managerial observationUses supplies and materials prudently to maximize cost effectiveness of proceduresCompletes job specific continuing education within the appraisal periodMaintains competence by attending relevant seminars and training opportunities and providing supervisor with appropriate records, without being requested to do so, as measured by managerial observationPerforms other duties as requested by supervisor or managerEducation:2 Year/Associate Degree in Science or Associate of Applied Science, preferredVocational/Technical Accredited Cardiac Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Program, requiredExperience:Minimum 1 year experience as a Cardiac Sonographer, including time spent during school, preferredLicense/Certification:Registry eligible for adult Echocardiography by ARDMS, preferredRCS Certification eligible from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International), preferredSkills:AccountabilityAnalysis & EvaluationAttention to DetailClinical SkillsCommunicationCritical ThinkingLogical ThinkingQuality AssuranceReliabilityResponsibilityTake InitiativeTeam BuildingTechnical SkillsPhysical Requirements:Medium work: exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objectsOccasional: crouching, kneeling, lifting, stoopingFrequent: typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing talking, visual acuity walking, fit testingHazards:Frequent: bodily fluids/bloodborne, chemical exposureOccasional: radiation/radiant energyWorking Conditions:Occasional: fumes, odorsTravel:Extensive travel - you should expect to travel every weekBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.USD $43.07/Hr. USD $64.60/Hr.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.