Cardiac Sonographer I - Cardiology

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Uses appropriate techniques with ultrasound equipment to supply diagnostic studies based upon physician request

Performs a variety of technical procedures to support physician’s diagnosis

Responsible for providing high quality imaging

Appropriately acquire echocardiographic measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports for the interpreting physician, and verbally communicate preliminary findings to the interpreting physician

Reviews physician order to verify appropriateness for order being performed

Retrieve studies from PACS for review

Perform appropriate infection control processes

Provide an environment of care that supports patient safety

Addresses patient educational needs as pertains to requested studies

Prepare patients for the study

Supports IAC Standards and Guidelines

Assures accuracy data for clinical reports, demographics and billing information for physician reports

Support team approach and service focus work with colleagues in a 'team approach' to encourage a positive and service-oriented image for the department.

Qualifications
Education:

High School Diploma/GED Required

Graduation from a CAAHEP or other accredited diagnostic ultrasound program required or 5 years of diagnostic ultrasound experience

License/Certification:

Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (BLS expiration date must be valid 60 days from the start date)

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Preferred

Benefits include health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) plan.

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