Echosonographer

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

64d • $39 - $50

About The Position

This role performs various modalities of cardiac ultrasound including transthoracic echo, stress echo, and assistance in transesophageal echo. This role is also accountable for the preparation of preliminary interpretation reports, billing procedures, study transmittal and coverage of satellite sites. Advancement will be based on the demonstration of ability, performance and knowledge of complex pathology and lesions.

Requirements

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - within 12 months - Required or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Adult Echocardiography (RDCS-AE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - within 12 months - Required or
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) - within 12 months - Required or
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) - within 12 months - Required
• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Basic knowledge of the principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation of ultrasound systems.
• Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathology.
• Basic knowledge of tranthoracic echocardiography.
• Basic proficiency in operation of ultrasound equipment and digital reporting software.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations

Nice To Haves

• At least two (2) years pediatric echocardiography experience Preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms in accordance with lab standards while meeting daily volume expectations. Responds to emergent exams is a timely manner. Follows department workflows for reporting, billing and standard daily performance.
• Ensures patient care is provided in clean, safe, quiet, and secure environment. Renders excellent patient care to patients and families. All hospital related interactions are courteous and confidential and in accordance with HIPPAA regulations. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to deliver developmental and age-appropriate care to patients.
• Participates in staff meetings, research studies, quality assurance activities and working groups. Cooperates and assists in obtaining institutional, divisional and departmental initiatives and goals.
• Assists in the teaching of students, fellows and new technicians.
• Follows the policies, procedures and cost-control standards of the hospital as well as department specific policies and procedures.
• May be asked to travel to other locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees