Cardiac Sonographer - Cabarrus/University Echocardiography

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a part-time Cardiac Sonographer, working on a per diem basis as needed. The role involves performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, operating and maintaining equipment, analyzing patient medical records, and preparing preliminary reports. The position offers opportunities for career development and advancement within the Cardiac Sonographer I, II, III, IV levels. It is also eligible for a sign-on bonus based on eligibility. The role requires flexibility in shifts, including variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage. The Cardiac Sonographer will also be responsible for quality improvement activities, maintaining patient confidentiality, and potentially instructing students or other healthcare personnel. Level 4 Cardiac Sonographers have additional expectations including participation in research, performing inpatient portable and lab echocardiograms on weekends/holidays/on-call, acting as a resource in leadership's absence, and troubleshooting equipment and EMR/Cardiac PAC systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Sonography credential registration (ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Must be registered in appropriate cardiology specialties within one year of hire.
Completion of CPR Course – BLS Certification Required.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, staff, and other Medical Center personnel regarding patient care.
Ability to communicate with patients of varying age groups.
Ability to teach and provide instruction and assess quality of other sonographers' work.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to maintain a positive, effective working relationship with staff and leadership.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and maintain self-control.
Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Possible exposure to infectious and contagious diseases.
Potential exposure to risk of blood borne diseases.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements.
Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
Exposure to housekeeping/cleaning agents and chemicals.
Pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
Subject to many interruptions.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred.
Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program preferred.
ACS and/or RCS through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred.
One year experience with patients preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs routine and emergency echocardiograms, including 2D, 3D, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiograms.
Records quality imaging information following procedural guidelines and protocols.
Explains procedures and potential side effects to patients and families.
Provides echocardiography services at all necessary locations, including portables, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage.
Operates equipment necessary for procedures and obtains optimal diagnostic recordings.
Utilizes ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking systems, and off-line analysis systems.
Maintains equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs.
Performs routine cleaning and preventive maintenance, reporting any equipment malfunctions.
Analyzes patient medical records to obtain history and necessary information for diagnostic procedures.
Prepares preliminary reports for review and interpretation by a Cardiologist.
Participates in quality improvement activities, evaluating procedure results for technical quality and accuracy.
Maintains appropriate logs, files, and records.
Reviews department performance in relation to established goals and implements changes.
Maintains confidentiality of patients, employees, and corporation-related activities.
Instructs students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested.
Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines.
Attends Echo Lab Meetings and participates in Echo-related conferences.
Ensures continuing education and professional growth.
Works weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.
Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment.
Participates in dedicated research protocols (Level 4).
Performs portable and lab echocardiograms in an inpatient setting on weekends, holidays, and on-call basis (Level 4).
Acts as a resource in the absence of the leadership team to provide coverage (Level 4).
Actively participates in educational opportunities (Level 4).
Is a role model for other cardiac sonographers (Level 4).
Troubleshoots Cardiac Ultrasound equipment issues and follows through until corrected (Level 4).
Troubleshoots issues with EMR and Cardiac PAC system (Level 4).

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus eligible
Career development/advancement opportunities
Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program