Cardiac Sonographer - Tustin Multi-Specialty - FT Days

University of California, Irvine•Tustin, CA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Incumbent performs the full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the more complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients. This includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise stress echo, Holter monitors and ECGs. Recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam. The cardiac sonographer makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to the CVC policy. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. Will rotate shifts and assignments as needed, including after hour on-call. The Sr. Ultrasound Technologist assists in the training of fellows and students as assigned.

Requirements

Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Must possess A.R.D.M.S. and/or CCI Certification
Must have two years experience in cardiac ultrasound
Must have two years experience in adult echocardiology
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to regularly travel locally to Ambulatory Practice off-site locations
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Basic Life Support Certification
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Registered in pediatric echocardiography - RDCS
Must have two years of college with emphasis in Allied Health Sciences, preferably Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms

Responsibilities

Performs the full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the more complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients.
Includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise stress echo, Holter monitors and ECGs.
Recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam.
Makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to the CVC policy.
Prepares and positions patients, adjusts equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operates various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems.
Rotates shifts and assignments as needed, including after hour on-call.
Assists in the training of fellows and students as assigned.