Cardiac Sonographer Student Worker - Children's Hospital of Richmond - PRN

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

23d

About The Position

Under the direct, personal supervision of a registered Echo Cardiographer, the student worker assists in the performance of high-quality sonographic images/exams. Essential Job Statements Functions under the direct, personal supervision of a registered Echocardiographer in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital and sonography policies and procedures. >Directs patients to imaging rooms and clearly explains the exam and exam expectations. >Performs high quality echocardiograms in the order stated in the imaging protocol. >Stocks and/or obtains supplies as directed and maintains an organized work area. >Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor: time/schedule changes; legal issues; care which deviates from standard; and identify educational resources to meet developmental needs. Additional Position Requirements: Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your Supervisor and/or Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet department needs. Day shift availability is expected.

Requirements

• Required Education: A student that is currently enrolled and actively completing a School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Student actively enrolled in a cardiac sonography/cardiovascular sonography program at an academic institution, or a recent (6-months) graduate of a cardiac/cardiovascular sonography program who has not yet obtained credentials in cardiac sonography.
• Licensure/Certification Required: CPR - Basic Life Support
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
• Physical Requirements Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Finger Dexterity
• Color Vision
• Acuity – far
• Acuity – near
• Depth perception

Responsibilities

• Assists in the performance of high-quality sonographic images/exams
• Provides patient care, emotional support, and problem solving
• Directs patients to imaging rooms and clearly explains the exam and exam expectations
• Performs high quality echocardiograms in the order stated in the imaging protocol
• Stocks and/or obtains supplies as directed and maintains an organized work area

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees