Cardiac Sonographer

Banner Health•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health is hiring a Cardiac Sonographer for Banner University Medical Center Tucson. The position works across Banner University Medical Center North, South, and Main Campus, with a primary location at BUMC-Tucson and the possibility of floating to South Campus. The role offers work in both a large hospital and a smaller hospital and is described as a comprehensive echocardiography position with opportunities to work in partnership with physicians and fellows. As a specialized ultrasound technologist, the Cardiac Sonographer supports the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions by producing and documenting high-quality images and providing preliminary clinical findings to physicians, cardiologists, and cardiac surgeons. The sonographer follows established protocols and quality measures, supports patient care and department workflow, and may serve as a clinical resource or trainer for staff and students. The schedule is full time, 36 hours over three 12-hour day shifts. Call is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and includes every other Sunday. Employees must live within 30 minutes of both facilities because of the call requirement.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Allied Health Cardiovascular program.
National certification as a Cardiac Sonographer from ARDMS or CCI; registry-eligible new hires must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
BLS certification.
Clinical knowledge typically achieved through one to two years of clinical experience.
Effective communication and human relations skills, and the ability to analyze data and solve problems.
Must work at Banner University Medical Center North, South, and Main Campus.
Must live within 30 minutes of both facilities due to the call requirement.

Nice To Haves

Adult Echo experience.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Perform cardiac imaging procedures according to and verify referring providers’ orders, using independent judgment and established policies and procedures.
Oversee Heart Clinic echocardiographic services and ensure quality of performance, scanning protocols, and quality measures in accordance with ASE or IAC guidelines.
Educate patients and families about procedures and treatments, and demonstrate professional conduct and teamwork.
Produce high-quality images, document exams accurately, and present images for timely interpretation.
Provide preliminary clinical findings to supervising physicians, cardiologists, and cardiac surgeons.
Perform prescribed invasive or interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.
Perform and evaluate equipment quality-control measurements, troubleshoot equipment issues, and notify appropriate personnel to maintain performance.
Maintain a safe environment and follow safety policies.
Meet ethical, legal, professional, certification, and confidentiality responsibilities.
Support efficient departmental workflow and maintain adequate supplies and materials.
Perform high-level disinfection in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory policies and procedures.
Serve as a clinical and technical expert in cardiac sonographic imaging; may provide clinical support and training to staff and students, educate Banner Health staff and cardiac sonography students, assess student competency, and provide feedback to department leadership.
Ensure echocardiography functions comply with professional scope-of-practice, accreditation, regulatory, Joint Commission, and Title 22 standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.