Sonographer H&V; Echo Main Cardiology Heart Station

Overview

The Heart and Vascular sonographers perform non-invasive ultrasound in the modalities of vascular and echocardiography. They develop client relationships through excellent patient care. They act as an educational resource to clients, providing quality and value to all aspects of services. The Sonographer will be able to participate in research and in procedures and will work in a supportive environment and be extensively trained on our protocols and standards while working on the latest equipment and technology.

• Perform non-invasive vascular and/or echo testing and all duties of a Sonographer.
• Follow established testing protocols. Produce the highest possible quality study images and data by demonstrating competence on and proper use of all imaging and accessory equipment.
• Obtain an appropriate history prior to each test with each patient.
• Ensure there is supporting information and documentation for the exam being performed.
• Employ knowledge of ultrasound technology to determine if an order revision is appropriate and notify the appropriate individual.
• Adequately explain testing procedures to patients, family members as necessary, and hospital staff members connected to the care of the patient.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with clients and co-workers.
• Ensure efficient provision of services.
• Work to ensure a collaborative effort with peers to achieve maximum productivity.
• Effectively schedule add-on and emergency exams to maintain workflow.
• Communicate with patient care areas to properly prep patients and send for patients in a timely manner.
• Keep assigned areas clean and ensure adequate stock of supplies.
• Communicate equipment maintenance needs to the Lead and operate equipment safely and properly.
• Follow Quality Control standards and participate in departmental process improvement activities.
• Participate in Peer Review as requested and other departmental Process Improvement expectations.
• Keep up to date on new or revised testing protocols and with professional continuing education as required for licensure or certification.
• Comply with annual hospital and departmental safety, education and in-service requirements on a timely basis.
• Attend department meetings and share responsibility for agenda.

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound training program or has completed on the job experience/training and has an ARDMS Registry in related ultrasound specialty (echo/vascular) or is registry eligible.

Years of

Experience:

• Must have at least one year of previous experience performing respective modality; OR must be a graduate of or within 6 months of hire date graduation from a diagnostic ultrasound program, preferably CAAHEP approved.

Required Skills & Knowledge
:

• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written / verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with hospital management, physicians and technologists.
• Current knowledge of technology and clinical advances related to cardiac and/or vascular sonography.
• Working knowledge of accreditation, credentialing, and quality assurance procedures.
• Basic understanding of imager configuration, DICOM standards, networking and medical records.

License & Certification
:

• ARDMS/CCI registered or registry eligible.
• Must pass the registry within the first year of employment if not registered at time of hire.
• Maintain continuing education requirements as set forth by ARDMS, CCI, ICAVL and ICAE.