Cardiac Sonographer I

Cardiac Sonographer I Cardiology (Billings Clinic Clinic) req11056 Shift: Day, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater) Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt) Starting Wage: DOE May be eligible for $20,000 sign on incentive May be eligible for relocation assistance Essential Job Functions Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance. Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations as ordered by the physician. Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of all patients in the sonographic area. Interviews patient, explains examination procedures and process and assists in positioning the patient for scans. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Coordinates scheduling, transportation and scanning of patients. Maintains patient examination records in accordance with Billings Clinic policies, procedures and standards. Assists physicians with invasive Ultrasound guidance procedures as appropriate to service needs. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information, medical history, and utilizes independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Prepares preliminary reports and/or checklist for the interpreting physician. Reviews exam with the interpreting physician as requested. Communicates with attending and referring physicians as appropriate. Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area in a neat, organized manner and maintains adequate supplies. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job performance. Participates in maintenance of laboratory accreditation. Complies with general training required by Billings Clinic as well as specific training required of the position. Identifies needs and sets goals for own growth and development; meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of ultrasound, vascular and echocardiography technology. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program Associates degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography required On-the-job training and experience equivalents will be considered in lieu of completion of a diagnostic medical sonography program for staff who obtained their training prior to the availability of formal training programs and who are currently registered with the ARDMS. Experience Basic EKG training Certifications and Licenses Current Health Care Provider CPR Certification At hire Registered with the ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) Within 1 year of hire CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) Within 1 year of hire Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) issued by CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) Within 1 year of hire Or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to the above tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered. Employees that require a licensed or certification must be properly licensed/certified and the licensure/certification must be in good standing. Your Benefits We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide. Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years. Click here to learn more! Pre-Employment Requirements All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting. Click here to learn more! 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