Echo Cardiographer Part Time

36905 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Cardiovascular Diagnostics

Full time

Position works 4, 8-hours shifts during the week

Rotating Weekends, every 5th Saturday

Weekend Call requirement, every 5th Friday-Sunday

Performs advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures such as M-mode, 2-D, Doppler and Color Flow Doppler utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques and makes the necessary measurements required for the interpretation to obtain accurate, high quality results (for example, muscle wall thickness, diameter of chambers, volume of chambers, valve areas, blood flow velocity and direction). May assist physicians in the Catheterization and Electrophysiology Labs by performing echocardiograph studies to aid them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.

Prepares patients for procedures and obtains clinical history from the patient including cardiac related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to adapt the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic echocardiograms to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical interpretation of the echocardiogram.

Assists in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate measurements and sterilizes probe.

Records statistics and performs daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate.

Acts as a resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient care.

In conjunction with supervisor, implements protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures system echocardiography standards are implemented and adhered to.

Works closely with medical director to develop and ensure quality processes and protocols are adhered to; works with physicians to perform quarterly reviews, and assists with ICAEL accreditation ensuring all policies, quality processes, reporting, etc. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS, or

Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), and

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography.

Typically requires 2 years of experience in cardiovascular sonography which includes experience in digital quantification.

Advanced knowledge and ability to learn and apply complex sonographic principles, instrumentation and techniques, and new computer techniques for the capture, display and analysis of echocardiograph data.

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in cardiovascular sonography procedures such as transesophageal and congenital.

Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.

Intermediate computer skills.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Must be able to sit 50% and stand and walk 20% of the workday.

from floor to waist.

Able to use hands and feet to operate equipment.

Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards.

*Any exceptions to the above requirements must be documented through Employee Health.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.; About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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