Cardiovascular Sonographer - part time

Performs high quality non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures in accordance with departmental policies, accreditation guidelines and regulatory standards to achieve positive outcomes and patient experience.

Performs high quality non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures in accordance with departmental policies, accreditation guidelines and regulatory standards to achieve positive outcomes and patient experience.

• * Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• * Competently performs diagnostic procedures including but not limited to adult cardiac ultrasound, pediatric cardiac ultrasound, and/or vascular ultrasound in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• * Performs quantitative calculations from data obtained and records preliminary impression where applicable.
• * Provides the reading physician with adequate diagnostic information necessary to generate final report; notifies physician if results require immediate attention.
• * Performs routine equipment maintenance and departmental maintenance including cleaning, disinfection and use of appropriate solutions.
• * Transports patients and medical equipment within the department and facility.
• May cross-train to perform additional non-invasive diagnostic procedures including but not limited to electrocardiograms, long-term cardiac monitors and exercise stress testing.
• Informs leadership of any patient, equipment or environmental safety concerns.
• Communicates/interfaces with facility personnel, medical staff, patients, families and outside agencies to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintains a safe and positive working environment.
• Participates in departmental quality initiatives and lab accreditation (with ICAEL/ICAVL) activities.
• Participation in after-hours, weekend and holiday on call rotation required. Must be able to respond within 30 minutes of activation.
• Participates in training of ultrasound students and new hire on boarding and orientation.
• Operates mobile ultrasound equipment in all areas of the hospital.
• Provides education to patients or patient representatives regarding the procedure(s) performed.
• Accesses and administers ultrasound enhancing agents as clinically indicated and in accordance with Medical Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*.” Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology with special emphasis on hemodynamics.
• Knowledge of cardiac dysrhythmias and life-threatening rhythms.
• Knowledge of patient education as it relates to cardiovascular treatment, disease prevention and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and general office equipment.
• Skill in the performance and application of most non-invasive cardiology procedures.
• Ability to carry out daily schedule through individual or cooperative efforts.
• Ability to accurately perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of procedure scheduled.
• Ability to move and transport heavy ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate…