Pediatric Fetal Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatrics Cardiology

Washington University in St Louis • St Louis, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Performs high-quality fetal echocardiograms, pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined fetal and pediatric echo protocols; the sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician; also performs related cardiology non-invasive diagnostic cardiology testing; assists in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers, and students; participates in continuing medical education programs; assists in Heart Station continuous quality improvement (CQI) process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.

Requirements

• Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Echocardiography (5 Years)
• Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited sonography program specializing in echocardiography.
• Credentialed in fetal echocardiography through one of the examinations recognized by the ASE, ARDMS or CCI.
• Ability to perform all facets of non-invasive cardiology tests.
• Bachelor's degree
• Adult Echocardiography (AE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Advanced Echo Course - American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), ASCeXAM Exam - American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Cardiac Sonography, Clinical Sciences, Computer Literacy, Customer Rapport, Echocardiography, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Visio, Patient Care, Professional Standards, Relationship Building, Working Independently

Responsibilities

• Performs pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards: Performs and analyzes pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms; requires an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines; performs these complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• Demonstrates the ability to utilize the computer programs and databases in regard to work flow in accordance with department standards.
• Performs fetal echocardiograms in accordance with department standards: Performs and analyzes fetal echocardiograms; requires an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and fetal circulatory physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the fetus and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• Performs non-invasive testing: EKGs. Holter monitor and cardiac event monitor testing. Stress Echo.
• Works with and assists physicians with special procedures: Transesophageal echocardiograms; in-patient, ambulatory procedure center, operating rooms.
• Provides echocardiographic guidance during, heart biopsies, pericardial centesis, atrial septostomy and trans-catheter device placement.
• Sedated echocardiograms. Dobutamine stress echocardiograms.
• Attends weekly lectures related to fetal echocardiography, pediatric and adult congenital echocardiography or pediatric cardiology.
• Coordinates and/or assists with presentations of technologic updates or conference summaries.
• Maintains credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling the required accredited continuing medical education activities.
• Maintains certification and is able to deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).
• Participates with training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students. Training programs will be approved by the Heart Station Medical Director, Fetal Medical Director and Heart Diagnostic Services Manager and be in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography Committee on Education and Training and IAC.
• Assists in maintaining equipment, documents necessary repairs in the Heart Station Equipment Log and reports to the Heart Diagnostic Services Manager.
• Participates in Quality Assurance process for IAC.
• Treats patients and families with care, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintains patient privacy at all times, abiding by HIPPA privacy standards.
• Provides patients and families with clear and accurate information while informing them of the testing.
• Takes action to improve service continuously.
• Responds consistently to the needs of referring physicians and other health care professionals who are participating in the patient’s care.
• Creates a positive work environment by treating all co-workers, students and physicians with dignity and respect.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

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