Cardiac Sonographer - 88201

Cardiac Sonographer - 88201

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital | US: ME: Ellsworth | Imaging Service | Full Time

Work Type: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 36 Hours per Week

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM

This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus for new graduates and a $15,000 sign on bonus for Techs with 2 years or more of experience.

*Current employees of any Northern Light Health Organization or those with service breaks less than a year are not eligible for a sign on bonus*

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Imaging, the Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic echocardiogram procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. Studies include with and without contrast, stress, and transesophageal echocardiograms. Sonographer works closely with Cardiology to ensure quality of exams and timeliness of results.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all hospital departments and provider offices.
• Ability to scan on average 8 patients per shift, including both outpatient and inpatient.
• Demonstrates appropriate skills and ability to assess, treat and/or care for patients based on the patient's physical condition.
• Correlates clinical history with the test performed and consults with referring physician or cardiologist regarding patient's history and decision of appropriate exam required.
• Performs all types of echocardiography studies.
• Performs IV insertions for contrast studies, or willingness to be trained on IV insertions.
• Coordinates schedule with Imaging Services Coordinators and charge nurses to complete departmental workload in a timely fashion.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of department.
• Complete all proper documentation to ensure timely results.
• Recommend action necessary for quality improvement Operate ultrasound unit independently.
• Show flexibility in covering shifts to accommodate departmental and patient needs.
• Other duties as needed and required.

Other Information

• RCS or RDCS required.
• BLS Required.

Competencies and Skills

• No previous experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience preferred.
• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
• Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
• Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
• Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Education

• Required Associate's Degree

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people.
• Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
• Lifting, moving, and loading over 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.