Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

5 days ago

Omaha, United States Omaha Children's Hospital Full time

$10,000 Hiring Bonus

Schedule - Mon-Fri 8 - 4:30 w/rotating on-call

Relocation assistance available. New grads welcome to apply

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

Performs cardiac ultrasound exams (echoes) to facilitate quality patient care for patients of all ages requiring cardiac evaluation.

Essential Functions

  • Performs echoes and completes all measurements to produce a preliminary report for patients of various ages. Responsible to take call on a rotational basis to perform studies or provide test resulting as requested.

  • Perform high quality exams and produce preliminary summary the same day as ordered unless otherwise specified by Cardiology physician.

  • Echocardiograms are performed in a method consistent with department protocols and ASE/ICAEL guidelines.

  • Provide patient/caregiver education to relieve apprehension and improve cooperation during exam.

  • Is on site within 30-60 minutes of call back to perform procedures unless otherwise specified by physician.

  • Responds to page within 5-10 minutes time frame when on-call for procedures.

  • Rotates to outreach/contract sites to perform ECHO’s as requested.

  • Coordinates smooth flow of procedure, scheduling and completion in inpatient, clinic, outpatient, emergency department, outreach and offsite facilities to meet the needs of the patient/caregiver, physician, and other professionals.

  • Procedures are scheduled based on priority of patient needs.

  • Procedure is explained to patient and caregiver at an understandable level and in a timely manner.

  • Sonographer is available and ready for patient when they arrive for their procedure preventing any delays.

  • Communicates effectively and timely with physician.

  • Participates in exam review with the physician for interpretation when points of interest need to be discussed.

  • Uses good judgment and applies critical value criteria when determining the need to notify MD of test results prior to patient leaving area.

  • Communication is provided in a timely manner and accurately portrays procedure findings.

  • Performs a variety of functions in support of the Echo Lab and Cardiology Department.

  • Electronic logs updated daily and in a timely manner as the works is completed.

  • Repairs and maintenance needs are reported to appropriate persons as soon as is reasonable to prevent extended downtime.

  • Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion to comply with infection control regulations and to present a professional look to patients and families by disinfecting room and probes after each use, restocking supplies if necessary, and good handwashing.

  • Performs professional, clinic instruction of fellows and students by performing and assisting with hands-on instruction when appropriate.

Education Qualifications

  • Knowledge of cardiology equipment and procedures at a level normally acquired through completion of 2-4 years of specialized courses beyond high school, as found in an echocardiography program Required

Experience Qualifications

  • Cardiac Sonography Registered (ARDMS) or registry-eligible echo cardiographer with two years echo experience Preferred and

  • Previous Pediatric experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of congenital heart defects preferred.

  • Typing skills and data entry experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Adult Echocardiography (AE) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within 180 Days Required or

  • RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Candidates or employees with current and active Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) certification will fulfill this requirement. within 180 Days Required and

  • RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Required or

  • Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 2 years of hire Required and

  • BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Required

  • Employee’s, who are identified as high frequency drivers, must have valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record and ability to provide own transportation. Required

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