Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer (FGP) - Palm Beach County, Florida
About The Position
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer (FGP) based in Palm Beach County, Florida. This role is responsible for performing all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents and agitated saline studies. Additionally, the sonographer will perform all vascular ultrasound studies including carotid duplex, upper and lower extremity venous and arterial duplex studies, abdominal aortic studies, renal artery duplex studies, iliocaval duplex studies, mesenteric duplex studies, plethysmography and ankle-brachial index studies.
Requirements
- Associates Degree in a related field and completion of an accredited program in cardiac and vascular ultrasound or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) and Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) OR with Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) and Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS). One must have one cardiac credential and one vascular credential. Candidate may apply for position if they have one credential (cardiac or vascular) with the requirement of obtaining the other second credential within one year date of hire.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Must maintain active registry status.
- Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge of NYU policies and protocols and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
- Performs all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents and agitated saline studies.
- Performs all vascular ultrasound studies including carotid duplex, upper and lower extremity venous and arterial duplex studies, abdominal aortic studies, renal artery duplex studies, iliocaval duplex studies, mesenteric duplex studies, plethysmography and ankle-brachial index studies.
- All studies must adhere to NYU protocols as well as IAC and ACR standards.
- Provides for patient comfort and interacts with patient by identifying self to patient and verifies identity of the patient by checking the patient’s ID bracelet or verbal acknowledgement by patient. Technologist explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly and provides patient privacy at all times.
- Creates a preliminary report based upon completion of the scan. Documents the scans according to departmental procedures. Enters, maintains and records all pertinent patient data. Must use good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses.
- Usage of highly technical equipment to perform ultrasound studies.
- Alerts medical staff of abnormalities that require immediate attention.
- Compares present echovascular studies to previous studies to monitor changes in status.
- Assists with maintaining accreditation compliance and documentation (IAC or ACR) and submitting appropriate studies to management for accreditation application.
- Position may require the ability to lift, push, or move patients and equipment in excess of 150 pounds, with or without the use of assistive devices.
- Carries out assignments within a realistic time period.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness package
- Robust support system for any stage of life
- Financial security benefits
- Generous time-off program
- Employee resource groups for peer support
- Holistic employee wellness program focusing on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
