Cardiac Sonographer

Sutter Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Adherence to the policies, values, and mission of our organization. Responsible for all commonly performed outpatient adult echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence. Sonographer I is registered (RDCS or RCS) with less than 2 years of experience. Must have adult TTE (transthoracic echocardiography) experience. The ability to perform stress echocardiography, treadmill stress testing, and compose preliminary findings is a plus. In addition to those performed by a Sonographer I, a Sonographer II would also perform: Complex adult transthoracic echocardiograms, bubble studies, ultrasound enhancing agent studies, AV and VV optimization, stress echocardiograms, and treadmill stress testing. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.
RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods.
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.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform stress echocardiography, treadmill stress testing, and compose preliminary findings.
Experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics.
Adheres to the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
Performs commonly performed outpatient adult echocardiography procedures with a high level of competence.
Performs adult TTE (transthoracic echocardiography).
Performs complex adult transthoracic echocardiograms, bubble studies, ultrasound enhancing agent studies, AV and VV optimization, stress echocardiograms, and treadmill stress testing (Sonographer II).
May be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orienting other staff to the department (Sonographer II).
Ensures the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
Builds collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.