Cardiac Sonographer- Cardiovascular Testing- Full Time

SolutionHealth • Manchester, NH

10d

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer performs cardiac ultrasounds and related cardiac testing for geriatric, adult, pediatric, infant, and neonate patients within the sonographer’s competency and training. The role acquires and analyzes data using cardiac ultrasound modalities and related diagnostic technologies. The sonographer works under the general direction of the Cardiovascular Services Medical Director and the direct supervision of the RN Manager, Cardiology Services, and follows the Elliot Hospital interprofessional practice model and applicable ICAEL, ASE, and ACC standards.

The sonographer supports physicians and other care-team members by producing diagnostic information, summarizing findings, preparing preliminary echo reports, completing patient intake, and communicating patient needs and status. The role also includes department operations, equipment upkeep, quality improvement, and other cardiovascular services duties as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of cardiovascular sonography experience; required.
• Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy certification; required.
• An appropriate echocardiography credential from ARDMS, CCI, or CARDUP; required.
• Obtain BLS within 60 days of hire; required.
• Remain current on required CME credits.
• Completion of a formal program in ultrasound or an allied health profession is preferred.
• To perform pediatric echocardiograms, completion of a formal pediatric echocardiography program is required.
• Obtain an eligible credential within 1 year of eligibility: RDCS from ARDMS, or RCS or RCCS from CCI.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a formal program in ultrasound or an allied health profession.
• Completion of a formal pediatric echocardiography program for work performing pediatric echocardiograms.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cardiologist with transesophageal echocardiograms for adult and geriatric patients within scope of practice, training, and competency.
• Assist the cardiologist or Cardiovascular Services APRN with non-invasive pharmacological or exercise stress testing.
• Perform pediatric and neonate transthoracic echocardiograms within scope of practice, training, and competency.
• Perform abdominal and carotid ultrasounds within scope of practice, training, and competency.
• Use independent judgment and systematic problem-solving to produce high-quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care.
• Provide physicians with an accurate summary of findings to aid diagnosis and management, using standardized measuring and reporting criteria.
• Compose preliminary echo reports that accurately reflect study content and results according to ICAEL standards.
• Complete pre-procedure intake through patient or family interview, examination, and review of clinical data; communicate patient status and needs to physicians and team members.
• Communicate appropriate patient information effectively and efficiently within the health-care team.
• Assist in other areas of cardiovascular services as needed.
• Perform department duties independently, including equipment checks, stocking supplies, and maintaining supply par levels.
• Participate in equipment care, cleaning, and preventive maintenance; collaborate with manufacturers and biomedical engineering to troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Support quality improvement and collect accurate data for certifying agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus eligibility for full-time positions.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Accrued earned time for full-time and part-time employees.
• 403(b) retirement plans with employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed