Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer (Lakeland)

The Nemours Foundation • Lakeland, FL

85d • Onsite

About The Position

Nemours is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer (Full-time), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Lakeland, Florida. To provide high quality diagnostic cardiac sonographic images on patients with and without congenital heart disease for interpretation and diagnosis by a Pediatric Cardiologist.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or equivalent training program required.
• Minimum of 6 months experience required. Experience can include clinical rotations.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Pediatric or Adult, or Registered Complex Congenital Sonographer (RCCS) or, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Fetal required upon hire.
• Must obtain Pediatric registry within one year of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire.
• Travel to satellite clinic locations required as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Pediatric or, Registered Complex Congenital Sonographer (RCCS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primary focus on developing knowledge and skill as it relates to performing accurate diagnostic cardiac sonography on patients with and without complex disease processes in a segmental approach as outlined in department protocol.
• Triages and prioritizes patient care, ensures clinical data is correct and appropriate for exam/test requested.
• Selects appropriate equipment to optimize diagnostic quality according to patient’s specific need.
• Demonstrates critical thinking.
• Works closely with peers and physicians for optimal outcomes.
• Travels to satellite clinics as needed.
• Recognizes and appreciates patient and family diversity and incorporates into the plan of care.
• Adheres to hospital and department policy and procedures.
• Additional miscellaneous duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned from time to time by employee’s supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree