Cardiac Sonography Specialist

2 weeks ago

North Bergen, New Jersey, United States Hackensack Meridian Health Full time

Position Overview

At Hackensack Meridian Health, our dedicated team members are the cornerstone of our mission to enhance patient care. We strive to foster an environment of collaboration and support, where competitive benefits are just the beginning. Our commitment extends beyond our patients to our community, as we work together to drive positive change in healthcare.

Role Responsibilities

As a Cardiac Sonography Specialist, your daily activities will include:

  • Preparing and distributing test data to the relevant physicians for timely interpretation.
  • Maintaining communication with physicians regarding report statuses to ensure a swift turnaround.
  • Providing patient education in a clear and age-appropriate manner prior to procedures, utilizing excellent customer service skills.
  • Reviewing medical records to confirm physician orders before conducting examinations.
  • Conducting M-mode, 2-D echocardiograms, and cardiac Doppler procedures promptly upon request, applying age-appropriate techniques.
  • Executing Stress echo diagnostics and transesophageal echocardiograms as required.
  • Training and mentoring echo staff to ensure competency and high-quality performance.
  • Preparing preliminary reports for echocardiography studies to enhance patient care by reducing response times.
  • Assisting cardiologists in evaluating data and managing storage equipment for comparative studies.
  • Performing vascular studies, including venous and arterial assessments, if cross-trained.
  • Upholding a patient-centered approach in all activities and integrating customer service principles.
  • Coordinating the student intern program with educational institutions for diagnostic training, evaluating students, and maintaining records.
  • Ensuring equipment cleanliness between patients and proper covering with linens.
  • Managing inventory levels and ordering supplies as necessary.
  • Assisting in compliance with applicable laws and regulations set forth by relevant authorities.
  • Participating in on-call rotations for after-hours and weekend coverage.
  • Communicating effectively with physicians regarding reports, pending studies, and critical results requiring intervention.
  • Maintaining accurate patient records and logs, submitting monthly statistics for the vascular section.
  • Scheduling patients for diagnostic procedures and guiding outpatients on registration processes.
  • Submitting charges and credits for completed or canceled procedures as needed.
  • Conducting preventive maintenance on equipment and troubleshooting issues, assessing equipment for upgrades.
  • Adhering to infection control and safety protocols.
  • Conducting quality assurance and performance improvement for echocardiography studies.
  • Performing additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular training program.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in echocardiography testing.
  • Proficiency in operating telecommunication devices, copiers, fax machines, computers, and printers.
  • Experience with echocardiographic and vascular ultrasound machines, PVR, various computer systems, and patient transport equipment.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Availability for on-call duties as required.
  • Strong foundational medical knowledge, particularly in cardiac ultrasound and cardiology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently while managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to engage in both intra- and inter-departmental activities and collaborate effectively within a team.

Licenses and Certifications

Required:

  • AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Preferred:

  • RCT registration or eligibility.

Contact

Engagement with HMH employees, patients, and visitors is integral to this role.

If this position aligns with your skills and aspirations, we encourage you to consider joining our team.

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