SENIOR CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER- PRN

Johns Hopkins • Columbia, MD

96d • $1 - $1,000

About The Position

A Senior Cardiac Sonographer will perform a range of ultrasound echocardiographic studies in clinical, clinical research, or research settings. Will be responsible for performing echocardiographic studies to diagnose a variety of vascular diseases, illnesses, and disorders; and, in addition, will be responsible for performing interventional procedures and conducting heart studies. Exams may include Transthoracic, Exercise, and Pharmacologic Stress Echocardiograms, special procedures, including but are not limited to, echo-guided myocardial biopsied, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy studies, and additional procedures as dictated by research protocols and clinical trials. Will perform inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms and Doppler analysis. Will provide 2-D echocardiograms and transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs). May also perform vascular studies in the clinic abdominals and bi-lateral venous studies of the legs and additional procedures as ordered. Will ensure proper and economical use of equipment, supplies, and other clinical resources employed in the delivery of quality patient care and maintains appropriate records and files. Must provide cross training for personnel from department into echocardiography. Will also provide clinical instructor responsibilities to JHH Ultrasound students and Cardiology fellows. May serve in a teaching capacity for the Johns Hopkins Hospital Ultrasound School.

Requirements

• Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Program (CAAHEP)-accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound program is required.
• B.S. in Diagnostic Ultrasound preferred.
• Advanced sonographic skills are necessary to obtain and document a complete examination or research protocol.
• High level of analytical ability is needed to obtain appropriate images and required measures for a diagnostic echocardiogram.
• Interpersonal and communications skills are necessary to provide technical guidance and instruction for cardiac ultrasound interns, clinical and research fellows, and attending physicians.
• Strong eye/hand coordination skills are required, along with high visual acuity.
• Ability to proficiently describe clinical findings or developments in research subjects in a timely and comprehensive manner.
• Must be able to perform transthoracic echocardiograms in a 45 minute time slot in an outpatient setting.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RSC) by Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
• Current CPR Certification is required.
• One (1) to two (2) years of cardiac experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) is preferred but not required.
• Additional experience as a vascular technologist is preferred.
• Additional education or credentials may be considered in lieu of some experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs all routine and complex diagnostic clinical or research ultrasound procedures.
• Provides ultrasound guidance for basic and advanced invasive or semi-invasive procedures.
• Provides education and clinical instruction to Cardiac Sonography students and Cardiology fellows.
• Operates and provides advanced care for ultrasound equipment, imaging recording, and storage devices.
• Ensures proper functioning of recording devices.
• Maintains work area in a safe, sanitary, and orderly manner.
• Inventories supplies.
• Assists in clinical training and teaching of Cardiac Sonography students, physicians, and other personnel in the principles and techniques of diagnostic echocardiography.
• Follows department procedure for documentation of patient flow.
• Accesses and correlates patient's medical history and ensures proper documentation.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and assists patient on and off of the examination table.
• Ensures patient's privacy, safety, and comfort.
• Distributes work flow.
• Creates didactic and/or clinical curriculum.
• Consistently updates all school records.
• Submits all documentation to appropriate MHEC, JRC, or CAHEEP.
• Assigns and monitors all clinical rotations.

Benefits

• Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
• JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee.
• Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree