Cardiac Sonographer

Job Title : Cardiac Sonographer

Department : Imaging

Location : UMMC - North Street Campus

Hours Per Week : Per Diem

Schedule : Per Diem

SUMMARY :

As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high-quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients. Performs or assists in the performance of Vascular, Abdominal, OB / GYN, or Neurovascular Sonography exams. The primary objective is to obtain high-quality images and maximize the efficiency of the Radiologist or Neurologist while providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a consistent level of quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Able to appropriately determine the clinical question being addressed :

Refers to the indication noted on the requisition

Reviews patient chart and history

Refers to the physician, as needed

Utilizes imaging protocols established by American Society of Echocardiography, ICAEL Echo Standards.

Enters patient demographics on the ultrasound machine.

Utilizes proper patient positioning techniques to obtain an optimal image

Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Effective June 1, 2023 : Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound required for all new hires.

Appropriate credentials in echocardiography from : Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS).

New graduates of a cardiac ultrasound program who are employed in an accredited facility must obtain an appropriate credential within one year from the date of graduation. These individuals must be listed on the application as provisional technical staff who are eligible for credentialing, and must only work under the appropriate supervision of a credentialed Sonographer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Prior Sonographer experience preferred.

EDUCATION :

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and / or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE : $45.25 - $45.25

CITY : Batavia

POSTAL CODE : 14020

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.