Echo Sonographer - Pediatric Hospital & Clinic - Weekend PRN

Job Overview This role provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients by performing a variety of sonographic procedures and/or tests, including electrocardiograms and associated stress tests, echocardiograms (2D/M Mode, Doppler, Color Flow imaging, Exercise Stress Echo, and Dobutamine Stress Echo). The candidate compiles patient history and diagnostic information, presents preliminary findings, and maintains high quality personalized patient care while fostering a positive relationship with the healthcare team. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Work Experience Required: None. Preferred: 1 year of experience in cardiac ultrasound. Certifications Active RDCS registry through ARDMS Credentialing Agency or RCS registry through CCI Credentialing Agency within 6 months of completing the required 12‑month clinical experience period. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) General knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to various disease states. Ability to identify stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria. Ability to assist attending physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasonic guidance. Ability to provide care and/or support services in a manner consistent with the patient's age, social, spiritual, and cultural needs and other special considerations. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure. Ability to work with and maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to be self‑directed and function without direct supervision. Willingness to have and maintain flexibility in work duties and hours (may require nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, extended shifts). Job Duties Prepares, instructs, and educates patients on procedures. Performs diagnostic procedures. Documents and keeps records. Prepares work area. Effectively plans, organizes, and demonstrates judgment and decision-making. Maintains professional development and required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, adapting introductions, explanations, and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. Additional Responsibilities Remain knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensure compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards. The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors, patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance‑related concerns. Physical and Environmental Demands Very Heavy Work – Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds frequently, or in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demands include heavy lifting and pushing/pulling as described. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area and may be exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Compliance and Equal Opportunity The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Accommodation Contact For accommodations, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io (select option 1) or View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about application status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension St Vincent