Cardiovascular Sonographer - Cath Lab Ultrasound - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly) (57861)

MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM • Marietta, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Cardiovascular Sonographer is responsible for operating ultrasound equipment to obtain cardiovascular diagnostic images. Assists in interpretation of ultrasound images. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Sonography Program required.
• New graduate or documented experience working within Cardio (echo) Lab or Vascular Lab required.
• Registered Cardiac Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification through ARDMS within 1 year is required based on sonography program completed.
• RVT certification within 2 years of employment required based on sonography program completed.
• The non-certified role will be offered for a maximum time frame of two (2) years while working toward certification, or upon obtaining necessary certification; whichever comes first.
• BLS required.
• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the diagnostic imaging area.
• The staff member should demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and customer service including effective listening.
• The staff member should demonstrate critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides a sonographer's impression.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies by checking inventory regularly.
• Assists with the rotation of diagnostic imaging students (Radiology, Ultrasound, etc.) in the Cardiovascular Lab.
• 75% attendance at monthly department meetings (9/year) and 75% attendance at each of the Cardiovascular QA meetings (9/year for Cardio (Echo) Lab and 9/year for the Vascular Lab).
• Enters orders correctly.
• Properly utilizes multiple computer systems (Meditech, Chartmaxx, iSite, and Merge).
• With appropriate education, training and validation, uses proper technique for intravenous line insertion, administers Definity and intravenous line discontinuation according to the facility protocol.
• Maintains compliance in RQI.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.
• Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.
• Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees