Cardiac Sonographer - Redwing, MN

Mayo Clinic•Red Wing, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Competently performs complete echocardiographic studies integrating all cardiac echo imaging modalities and procedures necessary to obtain all pertinent patient data. Documents patient data and echo exam information completely and accurately utilizing the Echo Information Management System and other necessary computer applications. Functions independently while using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to obtain a comprehensive echocardiogram. Collaborates with Lead Cardiac Sonographers, Advanced Cardiac Sonographers, Echocardiographers, Physicians, and other team members to assist in interpretation of echocardiographic findings. Assists in the orientation, training, and education of all levels of trainees, students, and visitors assigned to Cardiovascular Services . Expectations extend to includes stress lab and stress echo lab procedures and outreach. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality care appropriately to the age of the patient including pediatric to geriatric patient populations. Demonstrates flexibility in learning all equipment, imaging specialties, and echocardiography procedures. Must understand sterile procedures and isolation precaution techniques and must exercise proper precautions to avoid protentional exposures to radiation, infectious hazards, and sharp instruments. Is accountable to demonstrate proficiency for the skills outlined in the appropriate competencies list. Must be able to tolerate frequent walking, standing, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to reach above shoulder level and endure occasional twisting and turning. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Must be able to hear at ordinary conversation level, and possess good visual acuity. This position will primarily support the Mayo Clinic Health Systems Redwing campus and will require individual to travel to other Mayo Clinic Health Systems sites based on business needs. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Requirements

Associates degree or Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited sonography program
One-year of cardiac experience is preferred and be registry eligible
Must have knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, and patient care procedures
Proven ability to work with co-workers, physicians, and all levels of healthcare professionals
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), or registry eligible for RDCS or RCS. Registry eligible employees must obtain RDCS or RCS within one year of hire
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Valid Minnesota and/or Wisconsin driver`s license

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one-year experience in adult cardiac sonography including experience with transesophageal, pediatric and stress echo, preferred.
Experience with outreach services helpful.

Responsibilities

Performs complete echocardiographic studies
Documents patient data and echo exam information
Functions independently to obtain a comprehensive echocardiogram
Collaborates with team members to assist in interpretation of echocardiographic findings
Assists in the orientation, training, and education of trainees and students
Performs stress lab and stress echo lab procedures and outreach
Demonstrates knowledge and skills for quality care to all patient age groups
Demonstrates flexibility in learning equipment and procedures
Understands sterile procedures and isolation precaution techniques
Tolerates physical demands such as walking, standing, pushing, and pulling
Communicates well verbally and in writing