Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH
Echo Sonographer Lead Cardiology NN
Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH, Naples, Florida, United States, 33939
Location: 11190 Health Park Blvd, Naples, FL, 34110. Work type: Full Time.
About NCH NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System™ and we’re proud to provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; have endowed chairs; conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders.
Job Summary The Lead Echo Sonographer demonstrates competence in the area of Cardiac Ultrasound Technology. Assigns staff to work assignments and coordinates equipment maintenance. Acts as liaison for patient care activities with outside departments. Observes activities of staff, sets expectations, coaches and counsels.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist director in maintaining standards of lab’s national accreditation.
Assist director in quarterly quality improvement data collection and meetings.
Assure appropriate staffing in multiple sites.
Update Amnion call schedule on a monthly basis.
Assist director in establishing policies and corrective actions.
Expert knowledge of TEE scope processing system.
Provide clinical and technical support to staff in director’s absence.
High level knowledge of cardiac anatomy and pathology.
High level of competence in imaging cardiac structures and pathology.
Perform all critical care requests within department time guidelines.
Familiar with transesophageal echocardiography.
Demonstrate competence in adult and pediatric imaging and pathology.
Assist director in performance reviews and corrective actions.
Other duties may be assigned.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Minimum of an Associate’s Degree required.
Graduate of an AMA approved Ultrasound program.
Registered under one of the following agencies: R.D.M.S.; R.D.C.S.; R.C.S.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a hospital-based Echo Technologist.
Experience with advanced cardiac imaging.
Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills.
Understanding of national accreditation and QI requirements.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Ability to work occasional weekends if necessary.
Intermediate computer knowledge: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
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About NCH NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System™ and we’re proud to provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; have endowed chairs; conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders.
Job Summary The Lead Echo Sonographer demonstrates competence in the area of Cardiac Ultrasound Technology. Assigns staff to work assignments and coordinates equipment maintenance. Acts as liaison for patient care activities with outside departments. Observes activities of staff, sets expectations, coaches and counsels.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist director in maintaining standards of lab’s national accreditation.
Assist director in quarterly quality improvement data collection and meetings.
Assure appropriate staffing in multiple sites.
Update Amnion call schedule on a monthly basis.
Assist director in establishing policies and corrective actions.
Expert knowledge of TEE scope processing system.
Provide clinical and technical support to staff in director’s absence.
High level knowledge of cardiac anatomy and pathology.
High level of competence in imaging cardiac structures and pathology.
Perform all critical care requests within department time guidelines.
Familiar with transesophageal echocardiography.
Demonstrate competence in adult and pediatric imaging and pathology.
Assist director in performance reviews and corrective actions.
Other duties may be assigned.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Minimum of an Associate’s Degree required.
Graduate of an AMA approved Ultrasound program.
Registered under one of the following agencies: R.D.M.S.; R.D.C.S.; R.C.S.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a hospital-based Echo Technologist.
Experience with advanced cardiac imaging.
Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills.
Understanding of national accreditation and QI requirements.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Ability to work occasional weekends if necessary.
Intermediate computer knowledge: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
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