Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist - PRN

Job Summary

Cardiac ultrasound technologists work under the direction of Cardiologists and use non-invasive cardiovascular technology equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart and blood vessel conditions.

This is a PRN Position!!

• Documents patient care services by charting in the electronic medical record and other department systems.
• Explains procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and excellent customer service.
• Ensures safe operation of equipment, clean and safe working environment and adheres to infection control policies.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
• Utilizes ultrasound equipment to image the heart and great vessels.
• Performs EKG’s and tracks readings and reports.
• Processes Holter Monitor data to consolidate for Cardiologist.
• Assists during stress test procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

• Graduate of an AMA approved clinical program preferred.
• 2 years previous experience in cardiac sonography preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required;
  Advanced Life Support preferred.
• Current Ultrasound Certification required.
• Ability to produce quality cardiac images with or without stress testing.
• Ability to visualize all heart structures.

Sitting
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Job requires sitting for extended periods of time.

Standing
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Job requires standing for extended periods of time.

Walking
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Job requires employee to walk considerable distances, to and from work area.

Lifting
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Job requires employee to raise or lower up to 25 lbs. from one level to another.

Pulling/Pushing
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Job requires exerting force up to 50 lbs. to move an object to or away from employee.

Grasping/Reaching
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Job requires the employee to grasp/pick up items and reach for objects.

Sight
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Job requires normal vision, with or without correction.

Hearing
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Job requires normal hearing, with or without correction.

Speaking
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Job requires speaking and talking.

Keyboarding
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Job requires use of computer.

Work Indoors
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Yes

Bloodborne pathogens
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Yes