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Lead Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

2 months ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Full time

Radiology

This position is eligible for a $10k Sign On Bonus

1.0 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift

At Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, we understand that exceptional care is rooted in compassionate service. We integrate cutting-edge technology with a family-oriented approach to healthcare. Our commitment to our caregivers includes ongoing education and access to state-of-the-art facilities. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our mission of healing children and their families.

Position Overview

This section outlines the primary responsibilities and objectives of the role.

Under the guidance of the echocardiography department leadership, the cardiac sonographer II is tasked with independently conducting and acquiring both standard and intricate congenital cardiac ultrasound examinations. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of congenital heart defects, cardiac conditions, surgical interventions, and the imaging techniques necessary to address clinical inquiries. The sonographer will perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound assessments on patients of varying ages and in diverse clinical settings. Additionally, the role involves mentoring various echocardiography trainees. Utilizing prior imaging and relevant medical history is essential for a thorough understanding of each patient's condition to aid in diagnosis. The position demands strong critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and technical proficiency. The sonographer will also ensure that all equipment is operational and properly maintained. Participation in outreach clinics, weekend and holiday coverage, and on-call duties may be required. Accurate record-keeping and reporting on equipment usage, procedures performed, and billing are also essential responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

The following tasks are typical for this job classification. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Employees are expected to comply with all Joint Commission Requirements, including but not limited to cultural sensitivity, patient care, patient rights, ethical treatment, safety protocols, emergency preparedness, teamwork, and ongoing education.

All duties must be performed in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including Service Standards and the Code of Conduct.

  • Review exam indications and relevant medical history prior to conducting echocardiograms.
  • Independently perform and acquire both standard and complex congenital cardiac transthoracic ultrasound studies.
  • Implement appropriate infection control measures.
  • Identify patients according to policy, providing a warm introduction and explaining the examination process to patients and their families.
  • Utilize ultrasound technology to capture diagnostic images on patients with varying anatomical complexities, adhering to established imaging protocols.
  • Present and discuss echocardiographic findings with physicians, obtaining additional images as needed.
  • Conduct quantitative evaluations of echocardiographic data in line with imaging protocols.
  • Leverage previous imaging and medical data to gain a comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition for accurate diagnosis.
  • Complete studies efficiently.
  • Document observations and measurements during the study using the cardiology PACS for final review by the interpreting physician.
  • Ensure that studies are archived within the cardiology PACS network and collaborate with leadership to address technical issues.
  • Maintain and ensure the functionality of ultrasound equipment and accessories, working with leadership to resolve any technical problems.
  • Contribute to maintaining records for research purposes.
  • Assist in training echocardiography learners.
  • Engage in regular quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications

A combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with any required licenses or certifications, is acceptable.

Education: Successful completion of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in congenital cardiac sonography, with progressively responsible roles.

Licensure/Certification: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Pediatric Echocardiography (PE), and Fetal Echocardiography (FE) credentials from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

OR

Registered Congenital Cardiovascular Sonographer (RCCS) credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), along with Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) and Fetal Echocardiography (FE) credentials from ARDMS.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

These attributes and skills are essential for successfully performing the job's essential functions and are typically demonstrated through relevant experience, education, or licensure/certification.

  • Ability to exercise judgment and make informed decisions.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Capability to establish and maintain productive relationships with diverse groups, including individuals at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
  • Competence in interpreting physician directives and patient medical records to determine the appropriate ultrasound procedure.
  • Ability to perform echocardiography on a diverse patient population.
  • Strong teamwork skills.
  • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and congenital/acquired cardiac conditions as they relate to ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
  • Familiarity with computer systems and software relevant to the functional area.
  • Understanding of PACS network principles and electronic image processing systems.
  • Knowledge of ultrasound physics principles and safety protocols related to ultrasound procedures and equipment.
  • Proficiency in ultrasound diagnostic procedures and instrumentation.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical requirements and working conditions for this role are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary may also be influenced by education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market alignment.

Typically, new hires start at the minimum to mid-range salary.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (1.0 FTE): $155,875.20 to $176,737.60

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in all policies and practices, including employment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, racial and ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, and veterans. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and job requirements, in compliance with applicable regulations.