Cardiac Sonographer

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics, adhering to applicable standards and organizational policies. The role requires a high level of competence in all commonly performed echocardiography procedures within the department. Specifically, for Level II, responsibilities extend to Transesophageal echocardiograms (with or without three-dimensional imaging), Intra operative transesophageal echocardiograms, Structural Heart Procedures in the cardiac Cath lab, and complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms. The sonographer may also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orienting other staff members.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program (equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma)
• RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric) (Level I or II)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Level I: No experience required
• Level II: Minimum of 2 years of experience
• Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views
• Intermediate knowledge of the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment
• Some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies
• Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Ability to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS)
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values and mission of the organization
• Perform all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence
• Perform Transesophageal echocardiograms with or without three dimensional imaging
• Perform Intra operative transesophageal echocardiograms
• Perform Structural Heart Procedures in the cardiac Cath lab
• Perform complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms
• Perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees