Cardiac Sonographer

36912 Carolinas Medical Center - EchocardiographyFull timeYes40

Hours vary

**This role does include opportunities for career development/advancement for a Cardiac Sonographer I, II, III, IV.**

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility. 

Pay Range:

$35.50 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with established protocols.

• Records quality information while performing echocardiographic imaging and following procedural guidelines and protocols

• Explains procedures and possible side effects to the patient or family members.

• Provides echocardiography service at all necessary locations, portables, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled.

• Operates equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking system, and off-line analysis systems.

• Maintain equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs.

• Performs routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and report any equipment malfunction to echo lab manager.

• Analyze patient's medical record to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for performance of diagnostic procedures.

• Prepares preliminary reports for review and interpretation by Cardiologist.

• Participate in quality improvement activities; evaluate procedure results for technical quality and accuracy; maintain appropriate logs, files, and records.

• Review department performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to affect outcomes.

• Maintain confidentiality of patients, employees and corporation-related activities.

• Instruct students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested.

• Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines.

• Attends Echo Lab Meetings, participates in Echo related conferences through attendance, ensuring continuing education and professional growth.

• Works weekends, holidays and on-call, as needed

• Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within department.

• Level 4 Cardiac Sonographers have the additional following expectations:

  • Participates in dedicated research protocols, as needed.

  • Performs portable and lab echocardiograms in an inpatient setting on weekends, holidays, and on an on-call basis (Level 4 cardiac sonographers must work in inpatient setting to qualify.)

  • Acts as a resource in the absence of the leadership team to provide coverage.

  • Actively participates in educational opportunities both internally and externally.

  • Is a role model for other cardiac sonographers.

  • Has the ability to troubleshoot Cardiac Ultrasound equipment issues and follows through until corrected.

• Troubleshoots issues with EMR and Cardiac PAC system.

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Certification / License

• Valid Sonography credential registration (ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

• Completion of certification or registry in Echocardiography (RDCS) required within 1 year of employment.

• Completion of CPR Course – BLS Certification Required.

Work Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, staff, and other Medical Center personnel regarding patient care

• Ability to communicate with patients of varying age groups

• Ability to teach and provide instruction and assess quality of other sonographers' work

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to maintain a positive, effective working relationship with staff and leadership

• Ability to work in a stressful environment and maintain self-control

• Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making

• Ability to multitask and prioritize

• Possible exposure to infectious and contagious diseases

• Potential exposure to risk of blood borne diseases

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements

• Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances

• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations

• Exposure to housekeeping/cleaning agents and chemicals

• Pressure due to multiple calls and inquires

• Subject to many interruptions

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

• Associate's degree preferred.

• Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program preferred.

Certification / License

ACS and/or RCS through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred.

Experience

One year experience with patients preferred.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.