Cardiac Sonographer III

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

10d•$68 - $95

About The Position

Performs high-complexity diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics, following applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization's policies, values, and mission. Performs all commonly conducted echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence, including adult congenital heart echocardiograms and cardiac research projects. May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
Five years of recent relevant experience.
Two of the following certifications: RCS (CCI), ACS (CCI), ARDMS RDCS(AE), ARDMS RDCS(PE), ARDMS RDCS(FE), or ARDMS RVT (allowed for employees who entered this job before 06/17/2024); alternatively, performs at least one of the listed advanced imaging or specialty functions.
Advanced knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including substantial experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and other hospital emergencies.
Extensive understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and related information systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, accomplish multiple tasks amid interruptions, and use experience and established procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems.
Ability to provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.

Responsibilities

Perform high-complexity diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics.
Perform commonly conducted echocardiography procedures with a high level of competence.
Perform adult congenital heart echocardiograms.
Participate in cardiac research projects.
May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.
Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal examination results.
Protect the privacy of each patient's protected health information.
Collaborate with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Prioritize assignments, manage multiple tasks and interruptions, and meet deadlines.