Cardiac and Vascular Ultrasound Sonographer

Shift: 7p-530a, Tuesday‑Saturday, will float to cover vacations and call‑ins

Job Summary: Responsible for diagnostic cardiac or vascular ultrasound that results in providing the cardiologist with measurements and accurate images of cardiac structures in order for the physician to provide accurate diagnosis. Provides "immediate feedback" with preliminary reports of critical results to the nurses and physicians in the health system is critical for life‑saving treatment intervention. Assists the physician with studies and aids them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease potential associated procedural risks including: procedures in the (OR, Hybrid lab, Cath lab and CAD) to include TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), SAVR (Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement), Tandem heart, Lariet procedures and pseudoaneurysm compression.

Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program strongly preferred.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Either a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Work Experience: 0 - 6 months related experience.

Ability to utilize excellent communicate with surgeons, physicians, and other health care staff regarding Cardiac Ultrasound results. Ability to serve in on‑call rotation after regular business hours.

Demonstrates correct technique, efficiency, and judgement in the performance of advanced cardiac and/or peripheral vascular procedures. Performs adequately adult and/or pediatric cardiac ultrasound procedures including TEE and stress echo and/or can perform either adult and/or pediatric cardiac procedures and perform peripheral vascular procedures including arterials, renals, and transcranial Doppler. Reviews pertinent patient data and reports before procedures. Operate equipment necessary to perfom all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers and digital networking system. Exercises appropriate judgement in notification of abnormal results to reading physician, as well as evaluating and reporting findings to the cardiologist. Assist the physician with studies and aid them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease potential associated procedural risks including: Procedures in the (OR, Hybrid lab, Cath lab and CAD) to include TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement), SAVR (Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement), Tandem heart, Lariet procedures and pseudoaneurysm compression. Maintains proper documentation of data according to lab, departmental, and hospital policy. Documents all procedures accurately in departmental tracking process. Documents accurately and efficiently all procedural data necessary. Processes charging and other necessary data efficiently/accurately. Documents consistently and accurately in patient chart. Anticipates needs in equipment and supplies. Supports unit/hospital goals through QA and educational activities. Demonstrates initiative in personal/professional development. Maintains compliance with mandatory unit/hospital education standards. Modifies behavior/performance to meet changing hospital/departmental goals. Complies with departmental and hospital policies. Practices infection control. Maintains patient, employee, physician and corporate confidentiality. Collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team.

Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. Non Invasive Cardiology - Yale Campus

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