Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonographer Part Time - Non Invasive Lab

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

5d

About The Position

The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer performs transthoracic, exercise, and pharmacological stress echocardiograms on adult patients using appropriate techniques, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler Color Flow, Spectral Doppler, and bubble studies.

The sonographer performs ultrasound imaging, identifies anomalies, and makes independent protocol decisions based on findings to assist primary care providers with patient diagnosis. The role also involves gathering and integrating patient history and clinical data, maintaining equipment, assisting physicians or licensed providers with procedures and examinations, and completing billing and coding information for procedures performed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, plus graduation from an accredited Medical Sonography Program.

Nice To Haves

• Cardiac ultrasound experience, including treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) within one year of hire; the registry must be completed within one year of employment.
• Current BLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic, exercise, and pharmacological stress echocardiograms on adult patients using appropriate imaging techniques.
• Perform ultrasound imaging, identify anomalies, and make independent protocol decisions based on findings to assist primary care providers with diagnosing patients.
• Obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results.
• Maintain sonographic and other equipment in efficient operating order.
• Set up for and assist the physician or licensed provider with procedures and examinations.
• Complete billing and coding information for procedures performed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matching of up to 10% from UAMS.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED