Baptist Health Care
Cardiovascular Sonographer III - Non-Invasive Cardiology, Full-time, Days, Bapti
Baptist Health Care, Pensacola, Florida, United States, 32573
Cardiovascular Sonographer III - Non-Invasive Cardiology, Full-time, Days, Baptist Hospital
This position supports independent operation of sonographic equipment and performance and communication of diagnostic ultrasound results. The Sonographer III manages daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient scheduling, equipment maintenance, reporting equipment issues, and quality assessment. The role maintains high ethical standards and seeks to increase knowledge of the field, diseases, and evolving procedures.
Responsibilities
Perform exams such as abdominal, renal, aorta, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, fetal biophysical profiles, vascular studies, testicular, breast, and 2-D and/or 3-D echocardiograms (including transesophageal echocardiograms, stress echo, carotid, arterial, venous, aorta) as assigned. Include color flow and Doppler studies, biopsies, and management of localized fluid collections.
Perform ordered exams according to physician orders and appropriate indications, considering patient history and other pertinent information.
Review patient charts and requests with the radiologist as needed to ensure proper examinations and diagnostic results.
Acquire representative anatomical images, verify required images per protocols, recognize normal versus abnormal anatomy, understand various pathologies, and complete the sonographer report.
Analyze ultrasound findings in conjunction with patient history and communicate results to the appropriate physician/provider; provide written, unofficial reports of examinations.
Quality control all images; consult with radiologist regarding readings and reports.
Maintain daily documentation of procedures in the ultrasound log (patient name, date of birth, hospital ID, requesting physician, patient location, exam type, initials, equipment used).
Be available for on-call status rotations as required.
Maintain knowledge, licensure, and certifications required for the role.
Mark images for proper definition and explanation.
Use and maintain high-level disinfectants according to manufacturer guidelines.
Report malfunctions and coordinate with service personnel as needed.
Perform general clerical duties and maintain ultrasound rooms for efficiency, including stocking with linen, gel, gloves, and supplies.
Assist in other duties as assigned to support department and organizational operations.
May be required to remain on campus before, during, and after severe weather or disasters.
Qualifications Minimum Education
Technical Diploma/Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field required
Minimum Work Experience
1-3 years experience in either echo or vascular ultrasound preferred
Licenses and Certifications
BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) required upon hire
RDCS (Echocardiography) or RCS_CCI (Echocardiography) required upon hire
RVT (Vascular) or RVS_CCI (Vascular) required upon hire
Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform competencies listed by the department
Ability to multi-task daily
Knowledge of filing systems, telephone etiquette and customer service
Computer skills
About Us Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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Responsibilities
Perform exams such as abdominal, renal, aorta, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, fetal biophysical profiles, vascular studies, testicular, breast, and 2-D and/or 3-D echocardiograms (including transesophageal echocardiograms, stress echo, carotid, arterial, venous, aorta) as assigned. Include color flow and Doppler studies, biopsies, and management of localized fluid collections.
Perform ordered exams according to physician orders and appropriate indications, considering patient history and other pertinent information.
Review patient charts and requests with the radiologist as needed to ensure proper examinations and diagnostic results.
Acquire representative anatomical images, verify required images per protocols, recognize normal versus abnormal anatomy, understand various pathologies, and complete the sonographer report.
Analyze ultrasound findings in conjunction with patient history and communicate results to the appropriate physician/provider; provide written, unofficial reports of examinations.
Quality control all images; consult with radiologist regarding readings and reports.
Maintain daily documentation of procedures in the ultrasound log (patient name, date of birth, hospital ID, requesting physician, patient location, exam type, initials, equipment used).
Be available for on-call status rotations as required.
Maintain knowledge, licensure, and certifications required for the role.
Mark images for proper definition and explanation.
Use and maintain high-level disinfectants according to manufacturer guidelines.
Report malfunctions and coordinate with service personnel as needed.
Perform general clerical duties and maintain ultrasound rooms for efficiency, including stocking with linen, gel, gloves, and supplies.
Assist in other duties as assigned to support department and organizational operations.
May be required to remain on campus before, during, and after severe weather or disasters.
Qualifications Minimum Education
Technical Diploma/Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field required
Minimum Work Experience
1-3 years experience in either echo or vascular ultrasound preferred
Licenses and Certifications
BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) required upon hire
RDCS (Echocardiography) or RCS_CCI (Echocardiography) required upon hire
RVT (Vascular) or RVS_CCI (Vascular) required upon hire
Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform competencies listed by the department
Ability to multi-task daily
Knowledge of filing systems, telephone etiquette and customer service
Computer skills
About Us Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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