Cardiac Sonographer

Salary: Negotiable :USD

Location: Chicago, IL

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Diag Srvcs-Echocardiography

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

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Summary:
This role will assist in the diagnosis of heart disease according to established standards. This role will work to recognize normal and abnormal characteristics of cardiovascular abnormalities in a variety of settings. In addition to performance of Transthoracic Echocardiograms, is also proficient in and available for working in three of the following areas: Stress Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, IR/OR Echocardiography, Clinical Instructor. As a Cardiac Sonographer understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care in regards to their growth and development process. The position actively supports the Hospital’s and Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement and customer service goals, individually and as an effective team member. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:

· Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.

· Certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

· Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred

· Proficient in Transthoracic Echocardiography and in three of the following areas of imaging or operational support:

o Stress Echo

o Transesophageal Echocardiography

o IR/OR Echocardiography

o Clinical Instructor for Echocardiography Program under contracted Clinical Affiliation Agreement

o Independent oversight and management of an ongoing operational duty

· Demonstrates good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

· Has a working knowledge of the IT systems that support the modality.

· Ability to identify and flag abnormalities.

Physical Demands:

· Requires full range body motion including handling and lifting patients when necessary. Must be able to move the equipment to perform Diagnostic Sonograms on a portable basis.

· Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:

· Provides patient and family focused care that supports a welcoming and supportive environment and a positive patient experience.

· Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

· Understands and follows departmental protocols and procedures in the performance of exams and produces work that meets quality standards.

· Produces work in an efficient manner that meets departmental productivity standards.

· Maintains the physical work environment in a manner that meets departmental and regulatory requirements.

· Reports supply shortage or equipment failure to section supervisor.

· Follows work and patient schedules.

· Assist physician in the performance of procedures.

· Maintains logs and documentation as per departmental protocol.

· Provides patient history or information necessary for proper interpretation of the procedure.

· Participates in the training and development of students assigned to area through clinical affiliations.

· Fills department staffing needs as determined by the management team.

· Required adjusted work schedule, overtime, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet staffing needs as determined by the management team

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