Cardiac Sonographer Clinician
About The Position
In addition to the duties listed in Senior Cardiac Sonographer, collaborates with/or acts as Technical Director. Works with Medical Director for review annually, or as necessary for revision of all clinical policies and procedures specific to Echocardiography. Ensures all ICAEL requirements are met and maintained. Staff information, CMEs, policies and procedures, protocols, etc. are updated annually to meet ICAEL requirements. Staff is updated on all ICAEL changes. Organizes and prepares ICAEL application to maintain an accredited status. Lead sonographer will assist with evaluations of existing staff and assist with hiring and onboarding of new sonographers. Participates in clinical education for students, residents and/or fellows specifically related to physics and image acquisition. Provides technical assistance in research studies on new echocardiography techniques and technology initiated by Emory, other hospitals, and vendors through attending meetings and learning new techniques on acquiring images. Assists Echocardiography Technical Director with quality measures and outcome data to ensure a high-level echocardiography lab. . In some OU¿s, may be responsible for performing and training others on research echocardiograms. Coordinates with research team in regards to trial protocols and patients.
Requirements
- A minimum of five years' experience (within specialty modality) in which they are seeking
- Graduate of an accredited school of ultrasound technology, vascular technology or cardiovascular program
- Current registry certificate from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with RDCS certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) with RCS certification
- Five years of echocardiography clinical experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association is required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science degree preferred
- One year of supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with/or acts as Technical Director
- Works with Medical Director for review annually, or as necessary for revision of all clinical policies and procedures specific to Echocardiography
- Ensures all ICAEL requirements are met and maintained
- Staff information, CMEs, policies and procedures, protocols, etc. are updated annually to meet ICAEL requirements
- Staff is updated on all ICAEL changes
- Organizes and prepares ICAEL application to maintain an accredited status
- Lead sonographer will assist with evaluations of existing staff and assist with hiring and onboarding of new sonographers
- Participates in clinical education for students, residents and/or fellows specifically related to physics and image acquisition
- Provides technical assistance in research studies on new echocardiography techniques and technology initiated by Emory, other hospitals, and vendors through attending meetings and learning new techniques on acquiring images
- Assists Echocardiography Technical Director with quality measures and outcome data to ensure a high-level echocardiography lab
- May be responsible for performing and training others on research echocardiograms
- Coordinates with research team in regards to trial protocols and patients
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
- Family-focused benefits
- Wellness incentives
- Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
