Job Description
Location : Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit : Rush Medical Center
Hospital : Rush University Medical Center
Department : Pediatric Cardiology
Work Type : Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
Shift : Shift 1
Work Schedule : 8 Hr (8 : 00 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 : 00 PM)
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Pay Range : $38.02 - $61.44 per hour
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
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Summary :
The Pediatric Cardiology / Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease Program at Rush provides personalized, compassionate care for congenital (present at birth) and acquired heart disorders. We perform echocardiographic procedures of congenital heart diseases treating patients of all ages, from fetuses and newborns to children, adolescents, teenagers and adults with cardiac congenital disease. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications :
- Associate's degree in cardiac technology
- Registration in Pediatric Echocardiography (ARDMS or CCI) is expected within 12 months of employment
- BLS.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology and pathology related to heart and fetal circulation.
- Above average ability to independently handle multiple priorities and stressful deadline-oriented situations.
- Above average ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations / environment and assess and solve problems.
Preferred Job Qualifications :
Registry in pediatric echocardiography.Candidate with demonstrated pediatric echo experience.Candidate with experience in fetal echocardiography.Physical Demands :
Ability to move a portable 550-pound machine throughout the hospital.Disclaimer :
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities :
Job Responsibilities :
Perform and provide preliminary reports of findings on patients including fetuses, premature infants, neonates, children, adolescents and adults referred to for evaluation of suspected or known congenital and acquired heart disease.Obtain information required to define congenital heart disorders for patients referred to for evaluation of non-corrected anatomy and function and / or evaluation of surgical reconstruction or repair, or placement of prosthetic devices using echocardiographic modalities such as : 2D, Doppler, Speckle tracking Technology, 3D, TDI, stress echocardiogram and TEE.May participate in ICE echoes during a variety of interventional procedures or surgeries.Assist in preparation of echocardiography materials for case conferences, CQI meetings, research and educational presentations.May assist in training hospital residents, fellows, students and technologists from other institutions as directed.Works independently perform echocardiographic procedures of common congenital heart diseases according to standards set by the Echocardiography Laboratory and obtain accurate data with minimal supervision.Participates in Echo Lab maintenance rotation as assigned. This is inclusive of, but not limited to, routinely cleaning and checking all echocardiogram equipment before and after use and preparing for next use. Notify appropriate personnel when equipment needs servicing or is damaged.Rotation to offsite hospitals or clinics if required by job needs.Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Position Pediatric Sonographer
Location US : IL : Chicago
Req ID 19331