Cardiac Sonography Clin-CMDI

Fairview Health Services•Princeton, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonography Technologist has vast knowledge and skills to perform Adult Echocardiograms as well as Stress Echocardiograms independent of cardiologist supervision. Other cardiac areas of expertise are a plus including Pediatric Echo. The employee has an advance understanding of imaging techniques, disease processes, and is able to interpret qualitative and quantitative data as it pertains to the exam. Provide leadership to prioritize work flow, reexamine questionable data, modify protocols, document findings, and evaluate staff competency. Willingness to work independently at multiple locations and follow policies and procedures of each site. 0.7FTE-0.8FTE available

Requirements

Must be eligible for registration with RDCS or RDMS
Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)

Nice To Haves

Experience adult sonography
RDCS or RDMS certified

Responsibilities

Performs Examinations
Applies advanced understanding of imaging techniques, disease processes and application of quantitative formulas and data during procedures.
Reexamines questionable data
Performs exams with technical accuracy and in a timely manner
Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images
Completes communication of pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the exam
Positions patient appropriately to achieve quality diagnostic images.
Verifies patient identification and documentation
Communicates with and educates the patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of the exam
Ensures patient date integrity
Accurately completes computer functions; editing, billing, status changes, etc.
Accurate digital image manipulation and archiving
Participates as an active team member
Orients and mentors new employees
Participates in improvement initiatives
Responsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for position
Cleans and maintains patient areas, supplies and equipment
Accepts unique customer service expectations in imaging
Correctly operates equipment according to accepted standards and guidelines
Identifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is in working order according to dept guidelines
Accepts new technology as it is introduced into the work environment
Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
Demonstrates Commitment to Customers
Is aware of different customer needs/desires.
Takes action to meet customer needs/desires with respect to customer diversity.
Helps improve processes to meet customer needs.
Suggests and acts on ideas to improve overall customer service.
Respects confidentiality and shares information with only those that need to know.
Demonstrates Commitment to Fellow Employees
Seeks to understand and value differences between employees.
Treats other employees with dignity and respect.
Demonstrates open, honest communication and behavior.
Resolves conflict in a positive manner.
Contributes to the productivity of the workgroup.
Demonstrates Commitment to CMDI
Lives the values of dignity, integrity, service and compassion.
Supports the mission/vision.
Speaks positively about CMDI.
Chooses to make CMDI a better place