Sonographer 2, Cardiology

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3170 West Street, Canandaigua, New York, United States of America, 14424

Worker Subtype:
Regular

Part time

18

910053 CVSL Regional Cardiology

UR
- Day (United States of America)

UR URCD 215 H

$38.91 - $50.58

Performs a variety of technical procedures in the application of high frequency ultrasound waves to patients for diagnostic purposes. Demonstrates proficiency in complex transthoracic and stress echocardiography that is seen with structural and heart failure programs. Uses highly skilled techniques to assist in clinical decision making.

• Performs routine and specialized independent echo cardiographic studies, including transthoracic, stress echo cardiographic techniques, transesophageal and contrast exams as needed at all outpatient facilities within the UR Medicine enterprise.
• Applies independent judgement during the exam to ensure appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the exam images per current URMC Echocardiography Policies and Procedures. Perform necessary cardiac measurements to generate preliminary findings and image acquisition/storage to support the interpreting physician of the finalized diagnostic report.
• Demonstrates radiation safety competency to perform ASA, Pericardiocentesis and ICE procedures under the supervision of an echo attending or an interventional Cardiologist in the Cath Lab.
• Obtains pertinent patient history to optimize the exam for appropriateness. Reviews old echo cardiographic studies for correlation. Prepares exam room and ultrasound equipment to perform cardiac ultrasound studies in accordance with universal precautions to ensure patient safety per approved protocols, policies and procedures. Communicates with the patient in a manner that is appropriate for patient understanding.
• Obtains vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, height and weight. Evaluates any contraindications that may be limiting to exam completeness. Uses proper patient positioning, in addition to ergonomically correct scanning techniques, to ensure patient and sonographer comfort and safety.
• Assists with education and training of cardiology fellows and student interns. When applicable, participate in research echoes with differing protocols and specific credentialing.
• Maintains active registry status in adult cardiac sonography (RDCS/RCS) through continuing professional educational credits. Attends echo conferences offered at URMC and/or attends local and national Echocardiography/Cardiology conferences to increase clinical knowledge base. Maintains active status in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Keeps lab and exam rooms in clean, working order, including cleaning ultrasound equipment and transducers, according to lab policy. Troubleshoots and reports all equipment malfunctions and problems to lead sonographer. Keeps all inventory and supplies current and stocked in each exam room.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate's degree and 2 years of experience in cardiac imaging or related field with 1 year of independent clinical echo cardiographic scanning experience in a hospital and/or outpatient environment required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Working knowledge of cardiology, cardiovascular hemodynamics, doppler physics/instrumentation, cardiac and vascular ultrasound technologies required
• Compliant with UR Radiation Safety Standards required

• RDCS
  - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer upon hire required or
• RCS
  - Registered Cardiac Sonographer upon hire required and
• RVT
  - Registered Vascular Technologist upon hire preferred

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