Orlando Health
Echo / Vascular Sonographer I - FHV Leesburg (Pool)
Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Echo / Vascular Sonographer I - FHV Leesburg (Pool)
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Echo / Vascular Sonographer I - FHV Leesburg (Pool)
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About Orlando Health Orlando Health Medical Group FHV Health is a multispecialty physician group that brings together specialists in cardiology, vascular surgery and primary care. With locations throughout Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, FHV Health offers community access to recognized heart and vascular experts together with leading‑edge medical innovation and technology. Orlando Health is part of a large system that includes award‑winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities across Florida and beyond.
Position Summary Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic cardiology and/or vascular sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager, or director.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate competency in routine noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular ultrasound diagnostics, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Perform routine assignments using existing procedure guidelines.
Receive instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior level sonographers.
Use prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations.
Have conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within the job.
Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology in conjunction with obtaining and documenting pertinent clinical and diagnostic information.
Work closely with the cardiologist to perform noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular diagnostic sonographic exams, and function independently in the absence of the supervisor and/or manager.
Exercise professional judgment in performance of services and maintain a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
Deliver appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Comply with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
Assess the patient’s physical condition and age‑specific needs.
Provide instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
Perform proper patient identification, acquire patient’s clinical history, and assure that the information is accurately documented.
Position patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulate technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
Assess diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
Comprehend and comply with Quality Control standards and participate in all Quality Control tasks.
Administer medical aid as required for any emergency situation.
Apply appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross‑contamination of contagious diseases.
Utilize all Orlando Health computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensure safety of all customers.
Maintain accurate and precise documentation. Accurately record verbal and telephone orders from physicians in the patient record.
Communicate openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Participate in supervising student sonographers, orienting new sonographers, directing daily workflow, and participate in quality and safety initiatives.
Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
Assist in transporting patients.
Follow established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation.
Assist in clerical duties, such as printing reports, scanning documents, and scheduling patients.
Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.
Maintain well‑stocked and organized work areas.
May be required to work at any Orlando Health facility.
Assist with other departmental duties and responsibilities as needed.
May be required to work after‑hours and call shifts as needed.
May be required to assist with contrast administration if pertinent to department.
May be required to assist with intravenous (IV) insertion and removal for the administration of diagnostic contrast medication if pertinent to department.
Qualifications Education / Training Graduate of an accredited school of sonography. Depending on assigned department, meets education/training as required under established current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) guidelines.
Licensure / Certification
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Maintain one of the following qualifications:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in fetal echocardiography.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Experience Able to perform routine echocardiology exams including, but not limited to, 2‑D and M‑Mode echocardiography and/or vascular sonography exams including, but not limited to, 2‑D and M‑Mode Imaging, Color Flow and Spectral Doppler, Carotid Ultrasound, Venous Doppler Upper and Lower Extremities, and Arterial Duplex Upper and Lower Extremities. Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.
Must demonstrate competency within the first six months of hire in performing at least THREE of the following ECHO and/or Vascular exams: 3‑D, Strain, Exercise Stress Echocardiography, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography, TAVR, Mitral Clip, Complex Valve, Watchman, Post Processing, Contrast Studies, Agitated Saline Studies, Transesophageal (TEE), Surgical TEE, Simple Cardiac Shunts, Venous Insufficiency, Visceral, Segmental Physiology Upper Extremity, Access Grafts, Hemodialysis Access, Venous Ablation Procedures, Ultrasound Guidance, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Temporal Artery, or Transcranial Imaging.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Echo / Vascular Sonographer I - FHV Leesburg (Pool)
role at
Orlando Health .
About Orlando Health Orlando Health Medical Group FHV Health is a multispecialty physician group that brings together specialists in cardiology, vascular surgery and primary care. With locations throughout Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, FHV Health offers community access to recognized heart and vascular experts together with leading‑edge medical innovation and technology. Orlando Health is part of a large system that includes award‑winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities across Florida and beyond.
Position Summary Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic cardiology and/or vascular sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager, or director.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate competency in routine noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular ultrasound diagnostics, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Perform routine assignments using existing procedure guidelines.
Receive instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior level sonographers.
Use prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations.
Have conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within the job.
Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology in conjunction with obtaining and documenting pertinent clinical and diagnostic information.
Work closely with the cardiologist to perform noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular diagnostic sonographic exams, and function independently in the absence of the supervisor and/or manager.
Exercise professional judgment in performance of services and maintain a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
Deliver appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Comply with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
Adhere to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
Assess the patient’s physical condition and age‑specific needs.
Provide instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
Perform proper patient identification, acquire patient’s clinical history, and assure that the information is accurately documented.
Position patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulate technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
Assess diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
Comprehend and comply with Quality Control standards and participate in all Quality Control tasks.
Administer medical aid as required for any emergency situation.
Apply appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross‑contamination of contagious diseases.
Utilize all Orlando Health computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensure safety of all customers.
Maintain accurate and precise documentation. Accurately record verbal and telephone orders from physicians in the patient record.
Communicate openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Participate in supervising student sonographers, orienting new sonographers, directing daily workflow, and participate in quality and safety initiatives.
Maintain reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
Assist in transporting patients.
Follow established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation.
Assist in clerical duties, such as printing reports, scanning documents, and scheduling patients.
Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.
Maintain well‑stocked and organized work areas.
May be required to work at any Orlando Health facility.
Assist with other departmental duties and responsibilities as needed.
May be required to work after‑hours and call shifts as needed.
May be required to assist with contrast administration if pertinent to department.
May be required to assist with intravenous (IV) insertion and removal for the administration of diagnostic contrast medication if pertinent to department.
Qualifications Education / Training Graduate of an accredited school of sonography. Depending on assigned department, meets education/training as required under established current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) guidelines.
Licensure / Certification
Maintain current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Maintain one of the following qualifications:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in fetal echocardiography.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Experience Able to perform routine echocardiology exams including, but not limited to, 2‑D and M‑Mode echocardiography and/or vascular sonography exams including, but not limited to, 2‑D and M‑Mode Imaging, Color Flow and Spectral Doppler, Carotid Ultrasound, Venous Doppler Upper and Lower Extremities, and Arterial Duplex Upper and Lower Extremities. Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.
Must demonstrate competency within the first six months of hire in performing at least THREE of the following ECHO and/or Vascular exams: 3‑D, Strain, Exercise Stress Echocardiography, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography, TAVR, Mitral Clip, Complex Valve, Watchman, Post Processing, Contrast Studies, Agitated Saline Studies, Transesophageal (TEE), Surgical TEE, Simple Cardiac Shunts, Venous Insufficiency, Visceral, Segmental Physiology Upper Extremity, Access Grafts, Hemodialysis Access, Venous Ablation Procedures, Ultrasound Guidance, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Temporal Artery, or Transcranial Imaging.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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