Cardiac Sonographer

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs echocardiogram exams according to departmental protocols using cognitive skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, and images. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures. Provides proper documentation for each patient exam. Assists cardiologists with performing Transesophageal Echo studies and stress echo studies.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under general supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
• No experience required
• Certificate, Associate's degree or higher in Medical Sonography required upon hire OR Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required within 12 months from date of graduation from an accredited program or 24 months from start date of employment in this position if graduated from non-accredited program or cross-training in echocardiography OR RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer required within 12 months from date of graduation from an accredited program or 24 months from start date of employment in this position if graduated from non-accredited program or cross-training in echocardiography
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiogram exams according to departmental protocols using cognitive skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, and images.
• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
• Provides proper documentation for each patient exam.
• Assists cardiologists with performing Transesophageal Echo studies and stress echo studies.
• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
• Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree