Pediatric & Fetal Cardiac Sonographer

MultiCare Health System • Yakima, WA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric and Fetal Cardiac Sonographer performs and analyzes pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms, applying extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to assess complex congenital heart disease in pediatric and adult congenital patients. The sonographer performs complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist. The role also requires using departmental programs and databases in accordance with established standards.

This is a 1.0 FTE position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital. The hospital is a 226-bed, not-for-profit facility serving the Yakima Valley, with a multispecialty team across more than 20 primary and specialty care locations.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of a formal ultrasound technology training program.
• Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or Cardiovascular Credentialing International in adult/pediatric credentials within 12 months from the date of hire or position.
• Knowledge of complex congenital heart defects and surgical repairs.
• BLS Certification.
• Knowledge and skill with Philips and GE ultrasound machines.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Echo (PE) and/or Fetal Echo (FE) credentials are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms.
• Carry out routine and urgent echocardiography procedures according to laboratory protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients to provide comfort and reassurance.
• Maintain patient records, exam data, and procedure observations.
• Review studies and prepare preliminary reports for interpreting physicians.
• Discuss exam findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• Use departmental programs and databases in accordance with departmental standards.

Benefits

• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development.
• Generous paid time off.
• Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed