Cardiac Sonographer Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Cardiac Sonographer to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates exam for technical accuracy and diagnostic quality;
- Prepares patient for exam and explains nature of tests to patient;
- Produces diagnostic ultrasounds/echocardiograms according to established protocols;
- Establish scheduling guidelines for specific off-site facilities; schedule patients as needed at sites without clerical support;
- Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement;
- All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of “First Do No Harm”;
- Monitor physiological status of patient when needed; assist in initiation and maintenance of emergency procedures;
- Performs duties according to AHI safety and infection control policies and procedures;
- Contact requesting service and/or access patient clinical history when appropriateness of requested procedure is in question;
- Ensures informed consent forms are signed;
- Performs office and clerical duties related to echo department;
- The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care;
- Perform data entry and report generation at the CVC and off-site clinics;
- Maintains a clean, safe orderly office, and an organized and safe environment;
- Follow guidelines in reporting critical findings to scheduled Lab Attending.
Requirements:
- Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or Cardiac Credentialing International;
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- NDMIRTBE licensed (upon hire);
- RDCS, RCS or eligible;
- Knowledge of echo technology, technical principles and procedures;
- Strong professional references;
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare provider BLS required within 30 days of hire;
- Thorough knowledge of human anatomy to optimize ultrasound images;
- RDCS, CCI, or ARRT(S) registered;
- Must have excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills;
- RVT preferred but not required;
- Full knowledge of the equipment to perform Echo procedures including calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting;
- Knowledge of quality care standards for echocardiograms, Knowledge of safety requirements for staff, patients and visitors;
- Capable of working autonomously.