Cardiovascular Sonographer PRN - Prov Cardiology Diagnostic - Providence

USA Health•Mobile, AL

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Sonographer performs cardiac and vascular ultrasound procedures and supports the daily operations of the Cardiovascular department. The role is responsible for high-quality imaging, accurate documentation and reporting, safe patient care, and timely patient throughput. The sonographer reviews each patient's clinical information and medical history, adjusts imaging techniques to the patient's condition, and uses independent judgment to extend procedures when diagnostic findings warrant it. The position also involves equipment maintenance, department quality and research activities, and support for lab accreditation and regulatory readiness. The job posting identifies this position as PRN.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved cardiac or vascular ultrasound training program from an accredited institution, or two years of cardiac or vascular ultrasound experience.
RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) certification required upon hire, and either RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification through ARDMS or RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) certification upon hire together with RVS (Registered Vascular Sonographer) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International, as specified in the posting.
Comparable combinations of education and experience may substitute for the stated education and experience requirements.
Ability to work the assigned schedule, including overtime and on-call coverage as required.
Ability to provide competent patient care across the patient populations listed in the posting.

Responsibilities

Abide by and enforce compliance requirements and policies, performing duties ethically and in keeping with organizational values.
Follow hospital policies, including confidentiality requirements, and current infection-control and safety standards.
Demonstrate CPR according to American Heart Association standards.
Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures, including adult and pediatric transthoracic echocardiography; exercise and pharmacologic stress echocardiography; and transesophageal echocardiography in the operating room, heart catheterization lab, and electrophysiology lab.
Perform high-level disinfection of transesophageal probes.
Perform vascular ultrasound examinations, including extracranial, intracranial, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and visceral studies.
Help plan and coordinate daily Cardiovascular department operations, ensuring activities are completed promptly with patient care and safety in mind.
Maintain efficient workflow and high-quality imaging while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Document procedures thoroughly, including patient demographics, and accurately maintain electronic and paper medical records.
Review the patient's clinical situation and medical history in the Clinical Information System before performing procedures.
Optimize imaging parameters and adjust techniques according to patient condition; use independent judgment to extend procedures based on diagnostic findings.
Acquire and label images accurately in procedure clips and complete structured reporting according to department protocol.
Administer ultrasound contrast agents and agitated saline for bubble studies in accordance with facility policy and scope of practice.
Recognize, demonstrate, document, and communicate critical findings that may result in limb loss or patient mortality, following department policy.
Provide accurate preliminary reports to physicians according to department protocols.
Support timely patient throughput to minimize delays in care and provide competent care to the listed patient populations, from neonates through older adults.
Work the assigned schedule, including overtime and on-call coverage as required by staffing needs.
Maintain regular and prompt attendance, follow timekeeping and clocking policies, and respond to overhead and digital pages and electronic messages while on duty.
Communicate appropriately with physicians, patients, families, and the healthcare team in person.
Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment for optimal image quality; clean and monitor equipment, report failures or problems to a supervisor, and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Participate in departmental research projects, quality monitoring, statistical information activities, and performance improvement activities as assigned.
Assist with lab accreditation and regulatory readiness.
Complete mandatory department, unit, educational, and hospital requirements.
Use cost-effective practices, accept assigned duties positively, cooperate with colleagues, help others, and contribute to unit performance.
Perform related duties as assigned.