Cardiovascular Sonographer Echo 15,000 sign on bonus

Trinity Health•Grove City, OH

About The Position

The Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer performs echocardiography diagnostic testing in accordance with accreditation guidelines and reports preliminary findings for physician interpretation. The role operates within the organization’s standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines. The sonographer reviews physician orders and confirms patient identity, performs studies according to established policies and standards, reports abnormal pathology appropriately, explains procedures, answers patient questions, and helps ensure patient comfort. The role also includes obtaining pertinent health histories; entering complete, accurate information into diagnostic equipment and documentation systems; and checking reports for accuracy before dispatch. The sonographer communicates relevant patient data to team members and collaborates with other departments to support patient care. Responsibilities also include maintaining knowledge of relevant equipment, basic troubleshooting, participating in equipment evaluations, maintaining or pursuing registry status, completing annual competencies, and participating in accreditation activities and performance-improvement work. The role uses relevant computer systems, including timekeeping and clinical information systems, and may assist with patient transport and positioning.

Requirements

High school education required.
Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible.
Hold or pursue an eligible credential: ARDMS RVT or RDCS; CCI RCS or RVS; or ARDMS- or CCI-board eligible with certification achieved within 12 months of hire.
BLS certification required.
Able to perform professional duties with minimal supervision.
Capable of lifting and turning patients to transport and position them for testing, and physically capable of moving equipment needed to perform studies.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
At least one year of experience in cardiovascular imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders to confirm the correct procedure and identify patients correctly.
Perform studies according to policies, procedures, and standards established by the accrediting body.
Report abnormal pathology appropriately.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, and help ensure patient comfort.
Assist with patient transport as needed.
Obtain pertinent health history.
Enter accurate and complete data in diagnostic testing equipment and documentation systems.
Ensure reports are accurate before dispatch.
Communicate pertinent patient data to appropriate team members and collaborate with other departments.
Maintain knowledge of equipment used in the testing area, perform basic troubleshooting, and participate in evaluation of new equipment.
Maintain registry status or actively pursue registry, complete annual competencies, and participate in accreditation or reaccreditation processes.
Use computers and relevant systems effectively, including timekeeping, clinical information systems, and the intranet.
Assist with developing department monitors and collecting data, and participate in performance-improvement work groups.
Lift and turn patients and move equipment needed to perform studies.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits packages, including medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
Generous paid time off programs.
Employee recognition programs.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement starting on day one.
Relocation assistance, subject to geographic and position restrictions.
Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
Employee Referral Rewards program.
DailyPay access for eligible colleagues.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.
$15,000 sign-on bonus.