Cardiac Sonographer

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Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties : Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures.

A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience.

This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and / or scientific / laboratory jobs. A senior level role requiring broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and requiring vocational or technical education.

Works under limited supervision for routine situations, problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand, provides assistance and / or may lead and train entry level employees and may lead daily operation activities.

Hours : Full-Time / 36 hours a week

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications :

1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.

2. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI).

3. Four (4) years of experience as a Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist.

4. Basic Life Support Certification.

Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Independently perform cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.

2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.

3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.

4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.

5. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.

6. Participate in ongoing education and training.

7. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.

8. Communicate with other staff / departments to coordinate care of patients.

9. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.

10. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.

11. Train and educate students and / or technologists on proper procedures and techniques.

What We Offer :

• Clinical Advancement Program which provides advancement opportunities and financial rewards
• Competitive salaries & benefits
• Paid certification and educational opportunities, including BLS, ACLS, CPI, ECCO CCRN review courses.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clinical mobility tracks
• Free on-campus parking

Magnet Designation :

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our 3rd designation achieved in August 2020 .

The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care.

It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rd Magnet designation.