Cardiac Sonographer III

Sutter Health • Modesto, CA

6d • $68 - $95

About The Position

Performs high-complexity diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics, in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization’s policies, values, and mission. Performs commonly conducted echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence. In addition to procedures performed by lower-level staff, performs 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.
• Must hold two of the following: RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer; ACS (CCI)-Advanced Cardiac Sonographer; ARDMS RDCS(AE)-Adult; ARDMS RDCS(PE)-Pediatric; ARDMS RDCS(FE)-Fetal; or ARDMS RVT-Registered Vascular Technologist (allowed for those who entered this job prior to 06/17/2024).
• Alternatively, performs one of the following: acquisition and post-processing of high-complexity 3D/4D imaging and strain imaging; pre- and post-structural-heart transthoracic echocardiograms; imaging of left ventricular assist device and ECMO patients; imaging of cardiac transplant patients; imaging of adult congenital patients; involvement in cardiac research projects incorporating echocardiography; vascular modalities in addition to cardiac imaging; or cardiac MRI acquisition and analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including substantial experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and hospital emergencies.
• Skilled in cardiac sonographic examinations, with 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.
• Exceptional 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.
• Robust knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and related information systems, including RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS.
• Ability to prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices; help determine appropriate approaches for new assignments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics.
• Perform commonly conducted echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence.
• Perform adult congenital heart echocardiograms.
• Perform cardiac research projects.
• May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.
• Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
• Protect the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed