Cardiac Sonographer-Fulltime Days

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs all aspects and modalities of Cardiac Sonography and Cardiac Diagnostics to Health System patients per department guidelines. Maintains and completes appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• BCLS certified by the American Heart Association
• Credentialed by the (CCI) Cardiovascular Credentialing International or (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Cardiac Sonography
• 1 year of cardiac sonography experience
• Understanding of medical terminology and current cardiopulmonary modalities
• Ability to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guests
• Knowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) in order to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staff
• Moderate physical exertion, up to 30% of the time, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• More than 65% of time requires concentration and close attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Other cardiac diagnostic experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac sonography, electrocardiography, and treadmill stress test per departmental guidelines
• Performs diagnostic procedures per department guidelines
• Assesses patient condition and evaluates cardiac diagnostics appropriately so recommendations can be made when necessary and established protocols are followed
• Initiates and maintains monitoring equipment
• Files paperwork and schedules appointments for department as needed
• Charges for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX system
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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