What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer II position at ACH Arkansas Children's Hospital?
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Day Shift Time Type: Full time Department: CC014190 Heart Station - Little Rock Summary: Full Time, Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm Performs quality more complex exams and creates preliminary reports. Assists with interpreting imaging for each study. Required to work in the regional clinical setting, and the UAMS NICU (at AC only) on a rotational basis. This position also includes call. Additional Information: Full Time Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm Required Education: Certificate from college program or technical school Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Related Field - 2 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: 1 of the following certifications is required - Recommended Certifications: RDCS, FEc, PE, or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with PE Specialty (RDCS-PE) - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Description 1. Reviews physician order, and verifies patient/procedure and performs echocardiograms. 2. Prepares and processes echo studies for interpretation. 3. Assists in training of Cardiology Fellows performing Pediatric Echocardiography (AC only). 4. Monitors equipment during procedures for equipment malfunctions and notifies of major malfunctions. 5. Inventories supplies and submits list to proper personnel, to keep adequate supply stock for department. 6. Is able to image congenital heart disease in a way that reflects understanding of the salient features and physiology of the diagnosis. Has an advanced understanding of the echocardiographic imaging approach to complex congenital heart disease. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant
