Cardiac Sonographer

3 months ago


Santa Cruz, United States Sutter Health Full time
Job Description

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview:

Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values and mission of the organization. Responsible for all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence.

In addition to those performed by the Level I performs:
- Transesophageal echocardiograms with or without three dimensional imaging
- Intra operative transesophageal echocardiograms
- Structural Heart Procedures in the cardiac Cath lab
- complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms

May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department

SIGN ON Bonus: Available to external candidates in accordance with the Sutter Health policy.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

  • Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

Level I or II:

  • RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Level III

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

2 of the following:

  • RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer
  • ACS (CCI) - Advanced Cardiac Sonographer
  • ARDMS - RDCS(AE) - Adult
  • ARDMS - RDCS(PE) - Pediatric
  • ARDMS - RDCS(FE) - Fetal
  • ARDMS - RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist

OR Performs one of the following:

  • Acquisition and post processing high complexity 3D/4D imaging and strain imaging
  • Imaging pre and post structural heart transthoracic echocardiograms
  • Left ventricular Assist Device and ECMO Imaging
  • Cardiac transplant patients
  • Adult congenital patients
  • Involvement in cardiac research projects that incorporate echocardiography
  • Vascular modalities in addition to cardiac imaging
  • Cardiac MRI acquisition and analysis

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

  • Level I - No experience required.
  • Level II - Minimum of 2 years of experience.
  • Level III - Minimum of 5 years of experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE (will vary by level)

  • Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
  • Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
  • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
  • Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
  • Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
  • Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
  • Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
  • Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $67.20 to $83.98 / hour. Cardiac Sonographer ll Pay Range is $70.55 to $88.18 / hour. Cardiac Sonographer lll Pay Range is $77.78 to $97.21 / hour.

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Days
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