Cardiac Sonographer I, Pediatric Heart Station, Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at UChicago Medicine as a Cardiac Sonographer I in the Pediatric Heart Station Department at our Comer Children's Hospital. The Cardiac Sonographer I prepares patients for Transthoracic echo and Stress Echo procedures, reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician. Performs all aspects of echocardiographic imaging under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III and under the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging Laboratory.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Accreditation with ARDMS or CCI. Passed boards.
• 1 to 5 years experience required in ultrasound procedures equipment, CW Doppler, and related anatomy and pathological conditions of the heart, valves, pericardium, and blood vessels.
• BLS certification through The American Heart Association and Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and pass the registry within one year of hire.
• Prepare quantitative echocardiographic measurements for reporting.
• Interpretation skills to facilitate a comprehensive examination and an accurate preliminary interpretation.
• Independently perform a complete transthoracic examination with appropriate use of contrast when necessary.
• Computer literate in order to work with applicable software.
• Demonstrates responsibility for checking orders and obtaining orders for testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Performs complete cardiac ultrasound examinations and stress testing.
• Uses ISCV digital archiving system for measurements.
• Preparing patients for Transthoracic echo reviewing indications, comparing previous studies to accurately answer all questions by referring physician, and communicates with patients, customers, and staff in a respectful and compassionate manner.
• Actively participates in process improvement activities.
• Involved in research and publications to be at the cutting edge of the field.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED