TALENT Software Services
CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER - MCHS
TALENT Software Services, Red Wing, Minnesota, United States, 55066
Overview
Competently performs complete echocardiographic studies integrating all cardiac echo imaging modalities and procedures necessary to obtain all pertinent patient data. Documents patient data and echo exam information completely and accurately utilizing the Echo Information Management System and other necessary computer applications. Responsibilities
Functions independently while using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to obtain a comprehensive echocardiogram. Collaborates with Lead Cardiac Sonographers, Advanced Cardiac Sonographers, Echocardiographers, Physicians, and other team members to assist in interpretation of echocardiographic findings. Assists in the orientation, training, and education of all levels of trainees, students, and visitors assigned to Cardiovascular Services. Expectations extend to include stress lab and stress echo lab procedures, outreach, on-call practices, weekends, evenings, and holiday coverage as needed. The Cardiac Sonographer is available for 24-hour call within a 30-minute response time required. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality care appropriately to the age of the patient included neonate to geriatric patient populations. Demonstrates flexibility in learning all equipment, imaging specialties, and echocardiography procedures. Must understand sterile procedures and isolation precaution techniques and must exercise proper precautions to avoid potential exposures to radiation, infectious hazards, and sharp instruments. Is accountable to demonstrate proficiency for the skills outlined in the appropriate competencies list. Must be able to tolerate frequent walking, standing, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to reach above shoulder level and endure occasional twisting and turning. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Must be able to hear at ordinary conversation level and possess good visual acuity. Required Skills & Experience
Proven ability to work with co-workers, physicians, and all levels of healthcare professionals. Must have knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, and patient care procedures. Preferred Skills & Experience
One (1) year of cardiac experience is preferred and be registry eligible. Minimum of one (1) year experience in adult and pediatric cardiac sonography including experience with transesophageal and stress echo. Experience with outreach services helpful. Required Education
One of the following is required: Associates degree. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited sonography program. Required Certifications & Licensure
ARDMS-Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR CCI-Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). BLS Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Competently performs complete echocardiographic studies integrating all cardiac echo imaging modalities and procedures necessary to obtain all pertinent patient data. Documents patient data and echo exam information completely and accurately utilizing the Echo Information Management System and other necessary computer applications. Responsibilities
Functions independently while using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to obtain a comprehensive echocardiogram. Collaborates with Lead Cardiac Sonographers, Advanced Cardiac Sonographers, Echocardiographers, Physicians, and other team members to assist in interpretation of echocardiographic findings. Assists in the orientation, training, and education of all levels of trainees, students, and visitors assigned to Cardiovascular Services. Expectations extend to include stress lab and stress echo lab procedures, outreach, on-call practices, weekends, evenings, and holiday coverage as needed. The Cardiac Sonographer is available for 24-hour call within a 30-minute response time required. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality care appropriately to the age of the patient included neonate to geriatric patient populations. Demonstrates flexibility in learning all equipment, imaging specialties, and echocardiography procedures. Must understand sterile procedures and isolation precaution techniques and must exercise proper precautions to avoid potential exposures to radiation, infectious hazards, and sharp instruments. Is accountable to demonstrate proficiency for the skills outlined in the appropriate competencies list. Must be able to tolerate frequent walking, standing, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to reach above shoulder level and endure occasional twisting and turning. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Must be able to hear at ordinary conversation level and possess good visual acuity. Required Skills & Experience
Proven ability to work with co-workers, physicians, and all levels of healthcare professionals. Must have knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, and patient care procedures. Preferred Skills & Experience
One (1) year of cardiac experience is preferred and be registry eligible. Minimum of one (1) year experience in adult and pediatric cardiac sonography including experience with transesophageal and stress echo. Experience with outreach services helpful. Required Education
One of the following is required: Associates degree. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited sonography program. Required Certifications & Licensure
ARDMS-Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR CCI-Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). BLS Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting We’re removing non-job related content to ensure a concise, focused job description.
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