Cardiovascular Sonographer II

Salinas Valley Health

129d • $65 - $79

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Work under the supervision of the Cardiology Assistant Director (AD). Performs cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients and completes associated support activities as directed by the Cardiology Assistant Director (AD) and/or attending Cardiologist. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Provides age-appropriate care to the patients served by the Cardiology Department. Records procedure results in Echo Lab charts, log, etc. Immediately informs the Cardiology Assistant Director (AD) and/or attending Cardiologist of life threatening or questionable test results, etc. Assumes active role in the Cardiology Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program. Enters into computer terminals a variety of patient information. Ensures appropriate documentation is maintained and updated. Performs preventative maintenance of cardiology equipment and accessories. Performs related duties and special assignments/projects. Pulls contrast media as appropriate for procedure. Uses appropriate communication and team-work skills with working with patients, co-workers, and other hospital staff. Maintains proficiency with all new related hospital technologies including Information System upgrades, Echo Picture Archiving Computer Systems (PACS), and Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS). Serves as a workflow resource to physicians for new advancements in qualitative, quantitative, and information technologies such as 3D/4D cardiac ultrasound and related applications as well as a resource for the daily utilization of PACs and CVIS systems. Participates in the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Labs (ICAEL) process for the lab. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Licensure: ARDMS/RDCS OR CCI registry in Adult and Pediatric Echocardiography required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
• At least one year of experience in Adult and Pediatric Echocardiography.
• Requires participation in Echo on-call.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients.
• Complete associated support activities as directed by the Cardiology Assistant Director (AD) and/or attending Cardiologist.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Provide age-appropriate care to the patients served by the Cardiology Department.
• Record procedure results in Echo Lab charts, log, etc.
• Immediately inform the Cardiology Assistant Director (AD) and/or attending Cardiologist of life threatening or questionable test results.
• Assume an active role in the Cardiology Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
• Enter into computer terminals a variety of patient information.
• Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained and updated.
• Perform preventative maintenance of cardiology equipment and accessories.
• Perform related duties and special assignments/projects.
• Pull contrast media as appropriate for procedure.
• Use appropriate communication and team-work skills with patients, co-workers, and other hospital staff.
• Maintain proficiency with all new related hospital technologies including Information System upgrades, Echo Picture Archiving Computer Systems (PACS), and Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS).
• Serve as a workflow resource to physicians for new advancements in qualitative, quantitative, and information technologies such as 3D/4D cardiac ultrasound and related applications.
• Participate in the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Labs (ICAEL) process for the lab.

Benefits

• Hourly rate for this position is $65.70 - $79.87.
• Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.00.
• Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.00.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees