What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer or Sonographer position at ST JOHNS HEALTH?
Job Details
Job Location: Jackson, WY
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $44.00 - $66.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Allied Health
Description
Job Summary
Produce and record high quality sonographic images in the specialty areas of adult echo in accordance with departmental protocols and the American Society of Echocardiography. Performs all procedures which are offered by the department following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Provides direct patient care that ensures quality, efficiency, and well-being of each patient. Collaborates with members of the health care team to promote total patient care, demonstrates commitment to the purpose, vision, and values of St. John’s Health. Delivers services according to the scope of service for Diagnostic Imaging. Adheres to and practices the St. John’s Health Corporate Compliance Program.
Essential Functions
1. Consistently demonstrates competence in performing ultrasound examinations offered by the department. Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the use of all standard ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates a thorough understanding knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
2. Obtains and examines order requisition to ensure an adequate indication for procedure is documented and correlates with the exam to be performed. Regularly consults with others as necessary to verify appropriate procedure to be completed. Thoroughly explains the procedure in an empathetic and caring way to alleviate patient anxiety. Assure patient’s questions are answered prior to beginning exam.
3. Addresses patient care complaint with DNV standards; demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others. Prepares examination for interpretation by the Cardiologist to include exam QA, scanning appropriate documents, retrieving prior studies, and sending to PACS, and/or Ultraling. Charges exam supplies and medications accurately at the time of use.
4. Organizes and prioritizes care of multiple patients with varying levels of acuity in a timely and efficient manner. Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations. Transports patients safely to and from the Diagnostic Imaging department. Properly performs hand-off communications when a patient has left or returned to the unit. Reports any changes in a patient’s condition or behavior to the appropriate physician or nursing personnel.
5. Conveys a strong sense of advocacy and support for staff and co-workers. Assists, teaches, and answers questions for colleagues. Presents self as a resource to co-workers and organization. Mentors new staff. Regularly assists in other areas of the department as needed. Uses time for departmental advantages.
6. Maintains, develops, and updates Cardiac sonographer skills. Self-evaluates professional knowledge and actively seeks out educational opportunities for development.
Job Requirements
Minimum Work Experience
Preferred: Prefer graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Echo-cardiology Technology program (preferably with an associate degree or greater).
Required Licenses: ARDMS Adult Echocardiology (AE). BLS Certification. Preferred ACLS.
Functional Demands
Working Conditions
Produce and record high quality sonographic images in the specialty areas of adult echo in accordance with departmental protocols and the American Society of Echocardiography. Performs all procedures which are offered by the department following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Provides direct patient care that ensures quality, efficiency, and well-being of each patient. Collaborates with members of the health care team to promote total patient care, demonstrates commitment to the purpose, vision, and values of St. John’s Health. Delivers services according to the scope of service for Diagnostic Imaging. Adheres to and practices the St. John’s Health Corporate Compliance Program.
Essential Functions
1. Consistently demonstrates competence in performing ultrasound examinations offered by the department. Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the use of all standard ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates a thorough understanding knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
2. Obtains and examines order requisition to ensure an adequate indication for procedure is documented and correlates with the exam to be performed. Regularly consults with others as necessary to verify appropriate procedure to be completed. Thoroughly explains the procedure in an empathetic and caring way to alleviate patient anxiety. Assure patient’s questions are answered prior to beginning exam.
3. Addresses patient care complaint with DNV standards; demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others. Prepares examination for interpretation by the Cardiologist to include exam QA, scanning appropriate documents, retrieving prior studies, and sending to PACS, and/or Ultraling. Charges exam supplies and medications accurately at the time of use.
4. Organizes and prioritizes care of multiple patients with varying levels of acuity in a timely and efficient manner. Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations. Transports patients safely to and from the Diagnostic Imaging department. Properly performs hand-off communications when a patient has left or returned to the unit. Reports any changes in a patient’s condition or behavior to the appropriate physician or nursing personnel.
5. Conveys a strong sense of advocacy and support for staff and co-workers. Assists, teaches, and answers questions for colleagues. Presents self as a resource to co-workers and organization. Mentors new staff. Regularly assists in other areas of the department as needed. Uses time for departmental advantages.
6. Maintains, develops, and updates Cardiac sonographer skills. Self-evaluates professional knowledge and actively seeks out educational opportunities for development.
Job Requirements
Minimum Work Experience
Preferred: Prefer graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Echo-cardiology Technology program (preferably with an associate degree or greater).
Required Licenses: ARDMS Adult Echocardiology (AE). BLS Certification. Preferred ACLS.
Functional Demands
Working Conditions
Radiation exposure, hospital environment, on-call rotation. Must be on-site at the St. John’s Health Campus or other facilities to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements
80% of shift standing and walking. Must be able to lift, up to, 50 pounds, must be able to lift 10 pounds overhead. Intermittent sitting, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and computer use.
Direct Reports: NA
Reports to: Director Diagnostic Imaging
Internal & External Contacts: Patients, family members, physicians, all hospital and medical group staff, and the public.
Leadership Capabilities
Attention to Detail
• Completes tasks in a way that ensures there are no errors
• Methodically and patiently reviews work to identify any mistakes or discrepancies
• Creates and stores documentation in a way that is thorough and easy to access
Composure
• Avoids becoming defensive or irritated when times are tough
• Maintains balance when the unexpected happens
Initiative
• Doesn’t wait for others to tell him/her what to do; sees a problem or opportunity and immediately starts moving to address it
• Finds his/her own motivation for completing work and accomplishing goals
Interpersonal Skills
• Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organization
• Builds appropriate rapport
• Uses diplomacy and tact
Patient Focus
• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of patients
• Gets firsthand patient feedback and uses it for improvements
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients and gains their trust and respect
Quality Decision Making
• Considers many factors and sources when making decisions
• Is correct and accurate with most of his/her solutions and suggestions when judged over time
• Is sought out by others for advice and solutions
Qualifications
Salary : $44 - $66
