Relief Senior Cardiac Sonographer

Stanford Medicine Children's Health•San Francisco, CA

6d•$88 - $99•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of echocardiography laboratory leadership, the Senior Cardiac Sonographer independently acquires normal to complex congenital cardiac ultrasound studies. The role requires knowledge of congenital cardiac abnormalities, cardiac pathology, palliative and corrective congenital heart procedures, and cardiac hemodynamic principles, as well as an understanding of the diagnostic imaging needed to answer clinical questions. The sonographer performs cardiac ultrasound studies on patients of all ages and across hospital environments, assists physicians in reaching a diagnosis by gathering ultrasound and other medical data, and applies critical thinking, judgment, and technical skill throughout the work. The position also supports learner training, equipment readiness, outreach clinics, assigned weekend and holiday coverage, and on-call services, and maintains records and reports related to equipment, procedures, and billing. The sonographer reviews exam indications and relevant medical information, follows infection-prevention practices, identifies and supports patients throughout examinations, and obtains diagnostic images according to imaging protocols. The role includes presenting studies to physicians, completing quantitative assessments, documenting observations and measurements in the cardiology PACS, ensuring studies are archived, maintaining ultrasound equipment, supporting research records, and participating in quality improvement efforts. The position is not remote eligible. The listed work shift is rotating, eight hours. Benefits are not provided for this position.

Requirements

One year of congenital cardiac sonography experience and progressively responsible, direct work experience.
CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International, or ARDMS certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse groups and gain their cooperation.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to interpret physician instructions and patient medical and clinical records to determine the ultrasound procedure to perform.
Ability to perform echocardiography on varied patient populations.
Ability to work effectively as a team player.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and congenital and acquired cardiac pathology as they relate to ultrasound diagnostic procedures and interpretation.
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in the functional area.
Knowledge of PACS network principles and/or other electronic image-processing and image-development systems.
Knowledge of ultrasound physics, safety principles, ultrasound procedures, and ultrasound equipment and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

Review exam indications and pertinent medical information in preparation for echocardiograms.
Perform appropriate infection prevention.
Identify patients according to policy, explain the examination process, create a welcoming environment for patients and families, and instruct and assist patients throughout procedures.
Use ultrasound equipment to obtain diagnostic images for patients with normal to complex anatomy in accordance with imaging protocols.
Present and review echocardiographic studies with physicians and obtain additional images as requested.
Perform quantitative assessment of echocardiographic data in accordance with imaging protocols.
Complete studies efficiently.
Document observations and quantitative findings in the cardiology PACS for review and interpretation by a physician or other qualified medical professional.
Ensure studies are archived on the cardiology PACS network and work with leadership to resolve technical issues.
Ensure ultrasound equipment and accessories are maintained and functioning, and work with leadership to resolve technical issues.
Participate in maintaining records for research cases.
Participate in training echocardiography learners.
Participate in regular quality improvement efforts.
Participate in outreach clinics, weekend and holiday coverage, and on-call services as assigned.
Maintain records and reports on equipment, procedures performed, and billing.