Hennepin Healthcare
Cardiac Sonographer, Casual
Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Job DescriptionCardiac Sonographer, Casual
(251985)We are currently seeking a **Cardiac Sonographer** to join our Echo Cardiography department. This casual position will pick up day, evening, and night shifts. **Purpose of this position:** Under general supervision performs work conducting a variety of technical procedures in the application of high frequency diagnostic ultrasound to patients for diagnosis of heart disease.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Perform echocardiograms and manage the imaging system during a transesophageal echocardiogram using state-of-the-art methods and equipment* Perform exercise and pharmacological echocardiograms proficiently* Reviews and verifies exam requests to ensure correct exam is ordered on the correct patient* Explain exam procedure to patient and family members* Evaluates images and notifies the appropriate Cardiologist as needed; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues* Consistently performs quality exams and ensures that department protocols are followed* Meet ECHO lab education and training protocol requirements to administer contrast imaging agents to patient* Determine the need for using imaging contrast on a case-by-case basis* Start IV and administer contrast imaging agent when necessary* Using the CVIS (cardiovascular information system), perform measurements and analyze results of echocardiogram to facilitate physicians interpretation of test results* Assists physicians and residents as required with ECHO procedures* Assist with education and training of nursing and medical staff, residents and cardiology fellows* Mentor and orient new employees* Clean, maintain and troubleshoot imaging equipment, endoscopes, and other equipment* Ensure that exam rooms are orderly and stocked with supplies* Participate in quality improvement processes and Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (IAC, formerly ICAEL) accreditation* Build and support a collaborative team environment* Participate in the implementation and performance of safety and quality assurance procedures* Attend QA conferences as able* May participate in research activities* Report and discuss any malfunctions and notify the Lead Cardiac Sonographer, appropriate service personnel is then called as needed* Two year degree in non-invasive cardiology* Experience in Stress Echo***License/Certifications:**** Credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)-OR-* Credentialed by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)-OR-* Must meet the eligibility requirements to take the ARDMS/CCI examination within 12 months of hire date**QUALIFICATIONS:*****Minimum Qualifications:******Preferred Qualifications:***You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing **Equal Employment Opportunities** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
**Please Note:** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusEligible for Benefits: No #J-18808-Ljbffr
(251985)We are currently seeking a **Cardiac Sonographer** to join our Echo Cardiography department. This casual position will pick up day, evening, and night shifts. **Purpose of this position:** Under general supervision performs work conducting a variety of technical procedures in the application of high frequency diagnostic ultrasound to patients for diagnosis of heart disease.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Perform echocardiograms and manage the imaging system during a transesophageal echocardiogram using state-of-the-art methods and equipment* Perform exercise and pharmacological echocardiograms proficiently* Reviews and verifies exam requests to ensure correct exam is ordered on the correct patient* Explain exam procedure to patient and family members* Evaluates images and notifies the appropriate Cardiologist as needed; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues* Consistently performs quality exams and ensures that department protocols are followed* Meet ECHO lab education and training protocol requirements to administer contrast imaging agents to patient* Determine the need for using imaging contrast on a case-by-case basis* Start IV and administer contrast imaging agent when necessary* Using the CVIS (cardiovascular information system), perform measurements and analyze results of echocardiogram to facilitate physicians interpretation of test results* Assists physicians and residents as required with ECHO procedures* Assist with education and training of nursing and medical staff, residents and cardiology fellows* Mentor and orient new employees* Clean, maintain and troubleshoot imaging equipment, endoscopes, and other equipment* Ensure that exam rooms are orderly and stocked with supplies* Participate in quality improvement processes and Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (IAC, formerly ICAEL) accreditation* Build and support a collaborative team environment* Participate in the implementation and performance of safety and quality assurance procedures* Attend QA conferences as able* May participate in research activities* Report and discuss any malfunctions and notify the Lead Cardiac Sonographer, appropriate service personnel is then called as needed* Two year degree in non-invasive cardiology* Experience in Stress Echo***License/Certifications:**** Credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)-OR-* Credentialed by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)-OR-* Must meet the eligibility requirements to take the ARDMS/CCI examination within 12 months of hire date**QUALIFICATIONS:*****Minimum Qualifications:******Preferred Qualifications:***You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing **Equal Employment Opportunities** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
**Please Note:** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusEligible for Benefits: No #J-18808-Ljbffr