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Down East Community Hospital•Machias, ME

About The Position

Under the supervisor of the Imaging Manager, the Sonographer provides quality echocardiogram services to adult patients, inpatient and outpatient. Services and testing are performed within the scope of practice of the Cardiopulmonary Services department and within the licensure guidelines as defined by the State of Maine. This position will be 4-10 shifts per week split between Machias and Calais as needed.

Requirements

Certified Sonographer - RDCS
Associates Degree required in related field.
At least 2 years clinical experience.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy physiology.
Able to perform echocardiograms independently on adult patients.
This position will be 4-10 shifts per week split between Machias and Calais as needed.

Nice To Haves

Preferred.

Responsibilities

Consistently able to complete all testing without sacrificing quality of care provided.
Able to adapt to changing situations and accept work that needs completing.
Reports any incomplete work assignments so as to provide continuity of care.
Checks and verifies physician order prior to initiation of testing.
Properly identifies the patient as per hospital policy.
Documents as per department policy.
Follows standard precautions and adheres to posted cautions in all clinical situations.
Proficient in adult echocardiograms utilizing Doppler and color flow
Review patient history and results of prior diagnostic studies
Records images using proper identification information
Sends studies to interpreting Cardiologist
Maintains positive and professional atmosphere for patients
Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients
Maintains room stock and supplies
Reports equipment failure to Imaging Manager
Uses patient handling equipment appropriate to the needs of the individual patient in keeping with the Safe Patient and Handling and Movement Policy.
Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands
Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures
Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures
Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department
Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.
Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of Down East Community.
Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of Down East Community.
Communicates any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.
Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.