CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHER I

GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs high quality non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures in accordance with departmental policies, accreditation guidelines and regulatory standards in order to achieve positive outcomes and patient experience. # PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. *Competently performs diagnostic procedures including but not limited to adult cardiac ultrasound, pediatric cardiac ultrasound, and/or vascular ultrasound in accordance with established policies and procedures. 3. *Performs quantitative calculations from data obtained and records preliminary impression where applicable. 4. *Provides the reading physician with adequate diagnostic information necessary to generate final report; notifies physician if results require immediate attention. 5. *Performs routine equipment maintenance and departmental maintenance including cleaning, disinfection and use of appropriate solutions. 6. *Transports patient and medical equipment within the department and facility. 7. May cross-train to perform additional non-invasive diagnostic procedures including but not limited to electrocardiograms, long-term cardiac monitors, and exercise stress testing. 8. Informs leadership of any patient, equipment or environmental safety concerns. 9. Communicates/interfaces with facility personnel, medical staff, patients, families and outside agencies to ensure quality patient care. 10. Maintains a safe and positive working environment. 11. Participates in departmental quality initiatives and lab accreditation (with ICAEL/ICAVL) activities. 12. Participation in after hours, weekend, and holiday on call rotation required. Must be able to respond within 30 minutes of activation. 13. Participates in training of ultrasound students and new hire on boarding and orientation. 14. Operates mobile ultrasound equipment in all areas of the hospital. 15. Provides education to patients or patient representatives regarding the procedure(s) performed. 16. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. 17. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned. 18. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned. (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk #*#. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. # REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology with special emphasis on hemodynamics. 2. Knowledge of cardiac dysrhythmias and life threatening rhythms. 3. Knowledge of patient education as it relates to cardiovascular treatment, disease prevention and rehabilitation. 4. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. 5. Skill in operating a personal computer and general office equipment. 6. Skill in the performance and application of most non-invasive cardiology procedures. 7. Ability to carry out daily schedule through individual or cooperative efforts. 8. Ability to accurately perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of procedure scheduled. 9. Ability to move and transport heavy ultrasound equipment. 10. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 11. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 12. Ability to practice proper body mechanics and utilize ergonomic methods/tools to ensure personal and customer/patient safety. 13. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel, medical staff, volunteer and ancillary departments including diverse patient populations. 14. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information. 15. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training required. Credential in one of the following registry specialties within twelve (12) months of hire date required: a. Adult Cardiac Sonography: RDCS-AE (ARDMS) -or- RCS (CCI) b. Vascular Technology: RVT (ARDMS) -or- RVS (CCI) # New graduates or sonographers who are board eligible may be hired into the Cardiovascular Sonographer I job role. Credential must be obtained within 12 months of position start date.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs high quality non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures in accordance with departmental policies, accreditation guidelines and regulatory standards in order to achieve positive outcomes and patient experience.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Competently performs diagnostic procedures including but not limited to adult cardiac ultrasound, pediatric cardiac ultrasound, and/or vascular ultrasound in accordance with established policies and procedures.

3. *Performs quantitative calculations from data obtained and records preliminary impression where applicable.

4. *Provides the reading physician with adequate diagnostic information necessary to generate final report; notifies physician if results require immediate attention.

5. *Performs routine equipment maintenance and departmental maintenance including cleaning, disinfection and use of appropriate solutions.

6. *Transports patient and medical equipment within the department and facility.

7. May cross-train to perform additional non-invasive diagnostic procedures including but not limited to electrocardiograms, long-term cardiac monitors, and exercise stress testing.

8. Informs leadership of any patient, equipment or environmental safety concerns.

9. Communicates/interfaces with facility personnel, medical staff, patients, families and outside agencies to ensure quality patient care.

10. Maintains a safe and positive working environment.

11. Participates in departmental quality initiatives and lab accreditation (with ICAEL/ICAVL) activities.

12. Participation in after hours, weekend, and holiday on call rotation required. Must be able to respond within 30 minutes of activation.

13. Participates in training of ultrasound students and new hire on boarding and orientation.

14. Operates mobile ultrasound equipment in all areas of the hospital.

15. Provides education to patients or patient representatives regarding the procedure(s) performed.

16. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

17. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

18. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk *. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology with special emphasis on hemodynamics.

2. Knowledge of cardiac dysrhythmias and life threatening rhythms.

3. Knowledge of patient education as it relates to cardiovascular treatment, disease prevention and rehabilitation.

4. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

5. Skill in operating a personal computer and general office equipment.

6. Skill in the performance and application of most non-invasive cardiology procedures.

7. Ability to carry out daily schedule through individual or cooperative efforts.

8. Ability to accurately perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of procedure scheduled.

9. Ability to move and transport heavy ultrasound equipment.

10. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

11. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

12. Ability to practice proper body mechanics and utilize ergonomic methods/tools to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.

13. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel, medical staff, volunteer and ancillary departments including diverse patient populations.

14. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.

15. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training required.

Credential in one of the following registry specialties within twelve (12) months of hire date required:

a. Adult Cardiac Sonography: RDCS-AE (ARDMS) -or- RCS (CCI)

b. Vascular Technology: RVT (ARDMS) -or- RVS (CCI)

New graduates or sonographers who are board eligible may be hired into the Cardiovascular Sonographer I job role. Credential must be obtained within 12 months of position start date.

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