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Echo Sonographer (Cardiac Sonographer) – Full Time, Days (08HR)

Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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Echo Sonographer (Cardiac Sonographer) – Full Time, Days (08HR) Under the direct supervision of the supervisor/manager and a physician in the department, who is responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures, conducts sonographic procedures on assigned patients through the use of ultrasound diagnostic equipment. This position ensures that equipment is constantly functional and ready for immediate use. Maintains records and reports on equipment, procedures performed and billing. This is a Stanford Health Care job. What You Will Do

Documents observations made during the procedure for final interpretation by the physician or other qualified medical professional; obtains pertinent diagnostic images for record documentation when presenting cases Ensures that ultrasound equipment & accessories are maintained and functioning. Reports problems to Lead Tech and supervisor. Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave pattern produced. Produces and processes diagnostic images and presents completed sonograms to physician. Participates in maintaining records for research cases. Participates as needed in evaluation of new equipment for research or possible future use in department. Performs a variety of echo-cardiography procedures utilizing ultrasonic high frequency. Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques Performs proper probe handling & cleaning according to procedures if necessary Perform proper Doppler technique and documentation of Doppler information, color and Doppler spectral imaging, color & spectral scale Reviews patient medical history in chart information system. Reloads prior exams for comparison. Utilizes ancillary equipment appropriately (Xcelera PACS - Picture Archiving and Communication systems). Spots check exams for required views and adequate demonstration of anatomy. Completes exam within required timeframe. Education Qualifications

Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement. Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation Ability to follow written and oral instructions Ability to interpret physician instructions and patient medical and clinical records to determine type of ultrasonic procedure/test to be performed Ability to work effectively as a team player Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area Knowledge of the principles of the PACS network and/or other electronic image processing and image development systems Knowledge of principles of ultrasound physics, and the propagation of ultrasound through tissues Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation Licenses and Certifications

BLS - Basic Life Support RDCS - Registered Diagnostic CardiacSonographer CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $75.16 - $84.64 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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