Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

9d•$41 - $54

About The Position

Overview Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In addition, the Echo Tech may perform 12-lead EKG's, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, holter monitor scanning and cardiac exercise treadmill testing and assist in procedures.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and echocardiology interpretive parameters
Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac sonography.
Associate degree in cardiovascular technology, diagnostic medical sonography, or a related field
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.
Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a plus.

Responsibilities

Cardiac Sonography: Perform high-quality echocardiograms, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, and color flow imaging.
Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transverse esophageal echocardiography as needed.
Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Starts IVs for imaging procedures.
Takes call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays
Holter Monitor & Event Recorder: Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.
Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.
Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.
Patient Care: Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow-up care as needed.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
Flexibility: Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessary

Benefits

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Compensation Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

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