Research Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs research-grade cardiac and vascular ultrasound studies and/or other related cardiovascular examinations for research purposes. Responsibilities include performance and analysis of studies, entry into electronic database, digital storage and retrieval of studies and billing for services provided.

Requirements

• Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

• No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Acquiring Echocardiographic And Vascular Ultrasound Data (1 Year)
• Billing Services
• Calendar Management
• Cardiac Imaging
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Data Compilation
• Echocardiography
• Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Imaging Techniques
• Imaging Technologies
• Medical Documentation
• Phlebotomy
• Professional Development Programs
• Results Interpretation
• Sphygmomanometer
• Supply Management
• Ultrasound Equipment
• Vascular Ultrasound
• Vital Signs

Responsibilities

• Acquires images and/or performs interpretation of cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations.
• Performs non-imaging cardiac and/or vascular examinations which may include, but are not limited to, measurement of vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, height, weight), vascular stiffness exam, ankle-brachial index, electrocardiography, six-minute walk tests and placement of ambulatory blood pressure and holter monitors.
• Collects a limited amount of cardiovascular history (eg. cardiovascular history, medications, pertinent comorbidities, etc.) and records on data collection forms.
• Assists in the collection, storage and management of research data including data entry into an electronic database and appropriate storage of data collection forms.
• Performs scheduling and maintains a testing calendar for the Cardiovascular Imaging and Clinical Research Core Laboratory (“Core Lab”).
• Coordinates research subject services for investigators in other divisions, departments and/or clinics/hospitals.
• Assists with the billing of research services provided; generates monthly billing reports.
• Performs phlebotomy and processes blood products for appropriate storage.
• Performs intravenous catheter insertion and administration of intravenous contrast.
• Travels to other institutions as required for training/certification for research studies.
• Strictly adheres to HIPAA, HRPO and other WU guidelines.
• Assists research team in data analysis and presentation.
• Monitors supplies and equipment, including maintenance and service contracts.
• Assists with back-up of research images and data.
• Assists with the completion of compliance documents, including preparation of new, renewal and amended HRPO protocols, Billing Matrix entries and funding agency progress reports.
• Assists physicians in presenting echocardiographic images as part of audiovisual presentations (I.e., PowerPoint Presentations).
• Participates in continued professional development, attends educational programs, in-services and meetings as needed to maintain appropriate professional credentialing (BLS, ACLS [when appropriate], professional CME, etc.).
• Obtains informed consent from research subjects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree