Sonographer-Echocardiology

Loma Linda University Health • Murrieta, CA

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About The Position

The Sonographer-Echocardiology assists with simple and complex diagnostic procedures for patients with cardiac and vascular dysfunctions. The role uses cardiac and vascular ultrasound modalities, including 2D, M-mode, Doppler, color flow, transesophageal, stress echo, and arterial and venous ultrasound imaging and measurements. The sonographer produces quality echo and vascular imaging and works with cardiologists throughout the facility, including in surgery. The role also prepares records for cardiologist review and interpretation, applies theoretical concepts in clinical practice, continually expands clinical knowledge and skills, and performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from a two-year accredited program.
• At least one year of echocardiography or vascular ultrasound experience, or at least one year of clinical rotation experience in the assigned specialty in lieu of work experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Within one year of hire, registration through ARDMS as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or through CCI as a Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS).
• Ability to read and write legibly and speak and communicate effectively in English, including in person, in writing, and by telephone.
• Ability to use computers, printers, fax machines, and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; and perform technical patient care activities.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow or enforce policies consistently; remain calm and courteous under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, collaborate, and accept direction.
• Ability to think critically, perform basic math, manage multiple assignments, organize and prioritize workload, work under pressure, resolve issues, recall information, and pay close attention to detail.
• Ability to use independent judgment and initiative.
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear general conversation and workplace or patient-care sounds; see sufficiently to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents; and discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Dual certification in Echocardiogram and Vascular Ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing simple and complex diagnostic procedures on patients with cardiac and vascular dysfunctions.
• Use cardiac and vascular ultrasound modalities, including 2D, M-mode, Doppler, color flow, transesophageal, stress echo, and arterial and venous ultrasound imaging and measurements.
• Produce quality echo and vascular imaging.
• Work with cardiologists throughout the facility, including surgery.
• Prepare records for cardiologist review and interpretation.
• Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expand knowledge and clinical skills.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree