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Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Riverside HealthcareKankakee, IL, United States
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 plans
  • Flexibility :

  • 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 necessary
  • Required Experience :

  • Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and echocardiology interpretive parameters
  • Minimum 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 field
  • Basic 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 : Cydex
  • Video Display Terminals : Average
  • Blood and Body Fluids : Rare
  • TB or Airborne Pathogens : Rare
  • Sensory 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 : Frequently
  • Up to 20 lbs : Occasionally
  • Up to 35 lbs : Occasionally
  • Up to 50 lbs : Never
  • Up to 75 lbs : Never
  • Up to 100 lbs : Never
  • Over 100 lbs : Never
  • Describe 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 : 45
  • Twist : 30
  • Stand : 60
  • Crawl : 0
  • Walk : 10
  • Kneel : 0
  • Lift : 2
  • Drive : 0
  • Squat : 2
  • Climb : 0
  • Bend : 2
  • Reach above shoulders : 5
  • Repetitive use of hands, wrist, and shoulders (Frequency indicated) :

  • Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight : 10 lbs often
  • Pushing &pulling Normal weight : 50 to 200 lbs
  • Fine Manipulation : Computer keyboard, calculator, and writing.
  • Environmental Factors (Time Spent)

  • Inside hours : 8
  • Outside hours : 0
  • Temperature : Normal Range
  • Lighting : Average
  • Noise levels : Very loud
  • Humidity : Normal Range
  • Atmosphere :
  • Special Hazards

  • Explosive-O2 hook-ups in department.
  • Protective Clothing Required : Universal precautions : gloves, goggles, and mask for handling equipment.
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