Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatrics Cardiology

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatrics Cardiology

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Performs high‑quality pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined pediatric echo protocols; the sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician; also performs related cardiology non‑invasive diagnostic cardiology testing; assists in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers, and students; participates in continuing medical education programs;

assists in Heart Station continuous quality improvement (CQI) process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.

• Perform pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards.
• Perform and analyze pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms; requiring extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines. Perform these complex diagnostic exams and discuss findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• Utilize computer programs and databases in regards to workflow in accordance with department standards.
• Perform non‑invasive testing: EKGs, Holter Monitor and Cardiac Event Monitor testing, cardiovascular stress testing, stress test gas analysis, stress echo.
• Work with and assist physicians with special procedures: trans‑oesophageal echocardiograms, provide echo cardiographic guidance during heart biopsies, pericardial centesis, atrial septostomy and trans‑catheter device placement, sedated echocardiograms, dobutamine stress echocardiograms.
• Participate in continuing education programs: attend weekly lectures related to pediatric and adult congenital echocardiography or pediatric cardiology; coordinate and/or assist with presentations of technological updates or conference summaries; maintain credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling required accredited continuing medical education activities; maintain certification and can deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).
• Participate in training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students.
• Maintain ongoing CQI participation and equipment documentation.
• Provide excellent patient care, maintain privacy, continuously improve service, respond to the needs of physicians and coworkers, maintain a positive work environment.

• Job location and working conditions: normal office environment.
• Physical effort: typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Equipment: office equipment.

Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.

Adult Echocardiography (AE) – ARDMS, Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) – CCI, Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Basic Life Support – American Red Cross, Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) – ARDMS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – CCI.

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Not Applicable.

A driver's license is not required for this position.

• Bachelor's degree – Healthcare.
• Certifications:
  
  No additional certification unless stated elsewhere.
• Work experience:
  
  Echocardiography 5 years.
• Skills:
  
  Cardiac Anatomy, Cardiology, Computer Literacy, Echocardiography, Hemodynamic, Pathophysiology, Patient Care, Professional Etiquette, Relationship Management, Working Independently.

$35.99 – $55.79 per hour.

Personal: up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, sick time; health insurance packages; free Metro transit U‑Pass; defined contribution (403(b)) retirement savings plan starting at 7%.

Wellness: wellness challenges, annual health screenings,…