Cardiac ECHO Sonographer

4 weeks ago


Farmington, Michigan, United States San Juan Regional Medical Center Full time
Job Summary

The Cardiac ECHO Sonographer at San Juan Regional Medical Center is responsible for creating a safe, productive, and patient-centered experience during cardiopulmonary procedures. This role requires a thorough knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, as well as the ability to obtain complete and reproducible diagnostically accurate cardiac ultrasound exams.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain complete and reproducible diagnostically accurate cardiac ultrasound exams
• Have a thorough knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
• Understand the essentials of ultrasound physics and be able to differentiate artifacts from real data

Stress Testing

• Obtain complete and reproducible diagnostically accurate cardiac stress exams
• Have a thorough knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
• Understand the essentials of EKG interpretation and be able to differentiate artifacts from real data
• Be able to identify and troubleshoot suboptimal EKG tracings
• Be able to identify potentially life-threatening arrhythmias and implement appropriate interventions
• Coordinate the stress test with other team members
• Provide pre and post-procedural teaching and instructions

EKG/Holter Monitoring

• Obtain complete and reproducible diagnostically accurate EKGS and holter tests
• Have a thorough knowledge of EKG rhythm interpretation
• Be able to recognize and troubleshoot common artifacts
• Be able to recognize hemodynamically significant arrhythmias (critical values)

Documentation

• Responsible for completing all required charting and billing documentation in a timely basis

Quality Improvement

• Assist with the identification, resolution, and tracking of quality improvement initiatives

Patient Teaching

• Responsible for providing patient and family education in an understandable and compassionate manner

Infection Control

• Responsible for following all required infection control practices and guidelines and maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the patient care area and equipment

Staff/Client Relationships

• Include the patient and family whenever possible
• Contribute to the growth of the department in a solution-oriented, constructive problem-solving approach
• Advocate and protect patient rights
• Respect and adapt for cultural diversity
• Interact professionally with coworkers and promote interdepartmental teamwork

Physical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions

• Recognize that potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens and/or hazardous materials, noxious/irritating fumes, long hours, and unforeseen conditions that might generate stress may be encountered
• Recognize that physical demands such as extensive walking, standing, lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients may be required
• Correctible visual and auditory acuity is required to ensure patient safety
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