FT Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech)

locationsCobb Hospital

time typeFull time

posted onPosted 5 Days Ago

job requisition idJR-57144

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Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary :

The Cardiac Sonographer functions under the direction of the Manager or Lead / Chief Sonographer and is responsible for performing all cardiac imaging; which includes, if performed at your designated facility, adult, pediatric, transesophageal (including structural heart) and stress echocardiograms. Performs measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol, provides an oral summary of preliminary findings to the interpreting Physician, if requested, is responsible for the safety and well-being of all patients in the Echo department, must possess the ability to communicate effectively with the patient(s) and health care team.

The Cardiac Sonographer may also be asked to inject / administer Ultrasound Enhancing Agents (UEA) as well as saline bubble studies. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Must be available to take call, work weekends and Holidays on a rotating basis.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

Patient Care

• Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
• Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
• Follows established procedures for the administration of UEAs, so that no patient condition deteriorates, and no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique.
• Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification.
• Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• Assists other team members in all modalities when needed.
• Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
• Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
• Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. Maintains patients dignity throughout the exam / procedure.
• Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
• Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
• Follows physicians instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
• Uses critical thinking skills.
• Dialogs with patient / family
• Asks clarifying questions.
• Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
• Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
• Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care.
• Preps the patient for the procedure.

Education and Communication

Quality Control

Operations

Equipment

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education :

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s) :

Required Minimum Experience :

Minimum 1 year experience in echocardiography Preferred or

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program Preferred or

Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program Preferred

Required Minimum Skills :

Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with : physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. High

The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis. High

Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and obtain cooperation with all contacts. High

Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. High

Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. High

Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment. High

Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. High

Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. High

Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. High

Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, department and applicable professional standards. High

Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. High

Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department per department procedures. High

Has the knowledge and ability to obtain a quality diagnostic study properly and safely. High

Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and / or treatment of diseases. High

Able to independently perform job functions. High

Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. High

Competent in all aspects of Cardiac Ultrasound, patient positioning, exposure factors. High

Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect the quality of a procedure High

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