Job Summary
The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic, non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams on patients using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart.
The testing modalities include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing.
Essential Functions :
- Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing examinations.
- Demonstrates ability to proficiently perform non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams.
- Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac anatomy, exam procedures, and interpretation of results.
- Prepares and monitors patients before and during procedures.
- Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document any critical findings.
- On call hours required.
Education :
Associates degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or other related study (preferred)
Licensure / Certification :
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (required)
- Required credentialed in echocardiography by one of the following organizations : Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Experience :
- Minimum of one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer (preferred)
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience (preferred)
- Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience (preferred)
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w / AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
S cheduled Weekly Hours :
Work Shift :
Days / Afternoons (United States of America)
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