Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer; RDCS​/Echo Tech

Description

• Review patient medical history, clinical indications, physician notes and prior cardiac imaging studies
• Obtaining high-quality diagnostic images, Doppler data and myocardial strain imaging (GLS) for evaluation of cardiac anatomy, function, valvular disease and hemodynamics
• Identify abnormal findings and cardiac pathology.
• Administer ultrasound enhancing agent as needed per established protocols.
• Assisting cardiologists during Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE).
• Performing advanced imaging techniques including three-dimensional (3D) echocardiogram.
• Documenting technical findings and preparing preliminary report for physician interpretation.
• Complete appropriate billing of exam and contrast as applicable.
• Adhere to IAC echocardiography imaging standards
• Maintains professional growth and development through approved seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

Perform other work-related duties as requested/directed.

• Requires current credentials from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing (CCI).
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
• (RDCS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
• (RCS) Registered Cardiac Sonographer
• (BLS) – Current Basic Life Support certification
• (Preferred) Two (2) years of clinical experience. New grads from an accredited sonography program will be considered.
• Physical and mental health appropriate to the demands of the position.

40 Hrs per week, Monday-Friday, 7a-3p or 8a-4p, Occ. Weekends and Holidays. Outpatient Department (25 Main or Wilkens). Hospital coverage as needed.

Organization: Cape Cod Hospital

Primary

Location:

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department: CCH-CV Center - Echocardiograp

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 39.35 - 57.32