Echo Sonographer II Reg Peds Cath Lab DT

Job Information

• Location:
  
  350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
• Work Type:
  Full Time
• Work Schedule:
  
  10 Hour Day
• Department: 17058 - Cardiac Imaging

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Echo Sonographer II Registered performs all procedures and functions as that of an Echo Sonographer. Additionally, the incumbent demonstrates and verbalizes a high level of knowledge related to complex pediatric cardiac anatomy, complex congenital defects, and complex pediatric surgical corrections. The Echo Sonographer II Registered possesses the ability to produce superior quality exams demonstrating clinically relevant views of the specific pediatric cardiac anatomy and detailed presentations of congenital lesions and complex defects.

Has the ability to perform efficient, precise scans in highly stressful situations such as uncooperative, inconsolable patients, extremely complex and hard to recognize anatomy & pathology assessments and concerned family members. Also, has the ability to address critical pediatric cardiac abnormalities appropriately with off‑site Cardiologists, ensuring expedient and effective care. Adheres to hospital infection control standards. Performs all departmental operational duties including managing patient orders, documenting all patient tests and logbooks, files & retrieves medical record, and answers phones in a professional manner.

Assists the Technical Director of Echocardiography in departmental PI process by collecting data, participating in regular case reviews and maintaining lab protocols. Performs all other duties as assigned including helping to train/orient new staff. Requires minimal supervision.

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Performs Transthoracic Echocardiogram 2-D and M-mode according to specific adult and pediatric lab protocol.
• Measures and documents all M-Mode and Doppler studies as they pertain to adult and/or Pediatrics.
• Demonstrates specific pediatric congenital abnormalities.
• Integrates adult and pediatric cardiac anatomy.
• Able to utilize color, pulse and continuous wave Doppler in order to demonstrate relevant data pertaining to specific pediatric anatomy and pathology.
• Performs routine Color, Pulse and Continuous Wave Doppler.
• Operates ultrasound machine & assists the physician during TEE procedure.
• Cleans and disinfects TEE probes according to lab policy and manufacturer recommendations.
• Perform Echocardiogram during exercise and/or pharmacological studies according to specific adult and pediatric lab protocol.
• Accurately demonstrates the need for contrast agents and assists the nursing staff (as well as independently) in preparing lab approved contrast agents.
• When trained & approved, performs venipuncture and injects approved contrast agents independently according to lab policy.
• Accurate documentation of daily patient log.
• Accurate completion of departmental forms and technical reports.
• All written documentation is legible.
• Places new orders and/or modifies patient orders in Care Net. Documents all patient care activities in the Care Net System.
• Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Participates in data collection within department in accordance with PI objectives.
• Actively participates in the…