Cardiac Sonographer - Atrium Health CMC Main Sanger Heart & Vascular FT

American Addiction Centers • Charlotte, NC

7d • $36 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Full-time Cardiac Sonographer at Atrium Health CMC Main Sanger Heart & Vascular. The role involves performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, recording quality imaging, explaining procedures to patients, and operating necessary equipment. The Cardiac Sonographer will also maintain equipment, analyze patient medical records, prepare preliminary reports, participate in quality improvement activities, and maintain patient confidentiality. They will also instruct students and other health personnel as requested, attend meetings, and participate in conferences for continuing education. Weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage is required. Level 4 Cardiac Sonographers have additional expectations including participation in research, performing inpatient portable and lab echocardiograms on weekends/holidays/on-call, acting as a resource in leadership's absence, and troubleshooting equipment and EMR/Cardiac PAC system issues. This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Sonography credential registration (ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Must be registered in appropriate cardiology specialties within one year of hire.
• Completion of CPR Course – BLS Certification Required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, staff, and other Medical Center personnel regarding patient care.
• Ability to communicate with patients of varying age groups.
• Ability to teach and provide instruction and assess quality of other sonographers' work.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive, effective working relationship with staff and leadership.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and maintain self-control.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred.
• Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program preferred.
• ACS and/or RCS through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred.
• One year experience with patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with established protocols.
• Records quality information while performing echocardiographic imaging and following procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Explains procedures and possible side effects to the patient or family members.
• Provides echocardiography service at all necessary locations, portables, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled.
• Operates equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking system, and off-line analysis systems.
• Maintain equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs.
• Performs routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and report any equipment malfunction to echo lab manager.
• Analyze patient's medical record to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for performance of diagnostic procedures.
• Prepares preliminary reports for review and interpretation by Cardiologist.
• Participate in quality improvement activities; evaluate procedure results for technical quality and accuracy; maintain appropriate logs, files, and records.
• Review department performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to affect outcomes.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, employees and corporation-related activities.
• Instruct students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested.
• Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines.
• Attends Echo Lab Meetings, participates in Echo related conferences through attendance, ensuring continuing education and professional growth.
• Works weekends, holidays and on-call, as needed.
• Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within department.
• Participates in dedicated research protocols, as needed (Level 4).
• Performs portable and lab echocardiograms in an inpatient setting on weekends, holidays, and on an on-call basis (Level 4).
• Acts as a resource in the absence of the leadership team to provide coverage (Level 4).
• Actively participates in educational opportunities both internally and externally (Level 4).
• Is a role model for other cardiac sonographers (Level 4).
• Has the ability to troubleshoot Cardiac Ultrasound equipment issues and follows through until corrected (Level 4).
• Troubleshoots issues with EMR and Cardiac PAC system (Level 4).

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED