Cardiac Sonographer II

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

8d • $65 - $81

About The Position

Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Adherence to the policies, values, and mission of our organization. Responsible for all commonly performed outpatient adult echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence. Sonographer II is registered (RDCS or RCS) with a minimum 2 years of experience. Must have adult TTE (transthoracic echocardiography) experience. The ability to perform stress echocardiograms, treadmill stress testing, complex adult transthoracic echocardiograms, bubble studies, ultrasound enhancing agent studies, AV and VV optimization, and compose preliminary reports are all preferred skills to possess. May also be responsible for training and/or orient other staff to the department. Video: Sutter Health: Getting Better Never Stops Learn about THE POWER OF ONE and what it means here at Sutter Health

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program
• RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider REQUIRED
• 2+ years recent relevant experience
• Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various emergencies.
• Proficient in performing echocardiographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology to recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal results to our cardiologists.
• Possess written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical individuals.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work with colleagues and independently to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Etc.) and related information systems, such as: electronic health records (EHR), Epic, Digital Image and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) systems, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
• Work independently, as well as being part of our team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information, PHI.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers, colleagues, front office, back office, physicians, and other healthcare providers to achieve patient care, departmental, and corporate objectives.

Nice To Haves

• The ability to perform stress echocardiograms, treadmill stress testing, complex adult transthoracic echocardiograms, bubble studies, ultrasound enhancing agent studies, AV and VV optimization, and compose preliminary reports

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees