Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In addition, the Echo Tech may perform 12-lead EKG's, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, holter monitor scanning and cardiac exercise treadmill testing and assist in procedures.
Essential Duties
Cardiac Sonography :
- Perform high-quality echocardiograms, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, and color flow imaging.
- Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
- Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transverse esophageal echocardiography as needed.
- Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
- Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Starts IVs for imaging procedures.
- Takes call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays
Holter Monitor & Event Recorder :
Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.Patient Care :
Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow-up care as needed.Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plansFlexibility :
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope / duties / licensure.Non-essential Duties
Inventory Management : Monitor and manage inventory of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessaryRequired Experience :
Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and echocardiology interpretive parametersMinimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac sonography.Preferred Experience :
Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.Required Licensure / Education :
Associate degree in cardiovascular technology, diagnostic medical sonography, or a related fieldBasic Life Support (BLS) certification required.Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required within 2 - 3 years of hire.Preferred Education :
Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a plus.Exposure to :
Chemicals : CydexVideo Display Terminals : AverageBlood and Body Fluids : RareTB or Airborne Pathogens : RareSensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch) :
Speech : Required to communicate via telephone, facilitate meetings, presentations / training.Vision : Needed to read memos and literature, CIS information. Also needed to assess patients and see the locations of patients and equipment.Smell : Helpful for electrical / fire safety.Hearing : Needed for telephone communication, meetings and listening to concerns and patient assessment information, blood pressure.Touch : Necessary for writing, computer entry, filing, B / P's.Activity / Lifting Requirements :
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to :
Sit : 40%Twist : 30%Stand : 50%Crawl : 0%Walk : 40%Kneel : 0%Lift : 5%Drive : 0%Squat : 1%Climb : 0%Bend : 3%Reach above shoulders : 1%The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below :
Up to 10 lbs : FrequentlyUp to 20 lbs : OccasionallyUp to 35 lbs : OccasionallyUp to 50 lbs : NeverUp to 75 lbs : NeverUp to 100 lbs : NeverOver 100 lbs : NeverDescribe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements : Lifting echo patient or pharmacologic stress test patient from the wheelchair to the bed and back.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity :
Sit : 45Twist : 30Stand : 60Crawl : 0Walk : 10Kneel : 0Lift : 2Drive : 0Squat : 2Climb : 0Bend : 2Reach above shoulders : 5Repetitive use of hands, wrist, and shoulders (Frequency indicated) :
Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight : 10 lbs oftenPushing &pulling Normal weight : 50 to 200 lbsFine Manipulation : Computer keyboard, calculator, and writing.Environmental Factors (Time Spent)
Inside hours : 8Outside hours : 0Temperature : Normal RangeLighting : AverageNoise levels : Very loudHumidity : Normal RangeAtmosphere :Special Hazards
Explosive-O2 hook-ups in department.Protective Clothing Required : Universal precautions : gloves, goggles, and mask for handling equipment.