Sonographer 2, Cardiac Care
About The Position
The Sonographer 2 prepares the exam room and ultrasound equipment and performs sonography examinations according to infection prevention, sterilization, patient safety, and facility procedures. The role involves reviewing the patient's medical history and supporting clinical information, loading prior exams for comparison, and explaining the examination process. The sonographer instructs and assists patients with positioning, assesses pain that interferes with imaging and contacts a physician when appropriate, and selects and adjusts ultrasound equipment and transducers to obtain and monitor the required images.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or completion of a CHS-approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate.
- Fulfill the prerequisite for certification by ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI.
- One year of clinical experience in diagnostic medical sonography and the ability to demonstrate required competency.
- Demonstrated ability to perform all exams based on facility requirements.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- For a cardiac sonographer in Cardiology, one of the following is required: RDCS(AE) (ARDMS Adult Echocardiography), RCS (CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer), or ACS (CCI Advanced Cardiac Sonographer).
Responsibilities
- Prepare the exam room and ultrasound equipment for sonography examinations in accordance with infection prevention, sterilization, patient safety, and related policies and procedures.
- Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information, and load prior exams for comparison.
- Explain the examination process to patients.
- Instruct and assist patients in assuming and maintaining the physical position required for the examination.
- Assess patient pain that interferes with imaging and contact a physician for intervention when appropriate.
- Select a transducer and adjust equipment controls according to the organ being examined, depth of field, and test specifications.
- Move the transducer over the specified area of the body and monitor the sound-wave display to assess the quality of the ultrasonic pattern.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships.
- Vacation time accrues starting on Day 1 and increases with seniority.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
