What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer Lead position at University of Wisconsin Health (UW Health)?
Work Schedule :
FTE 100%, 40 hour/week. Monday-Friday 8-4:30, weekday & weekend call rotation. Call: One in seven weekends Fri night -Mon am. Rotating call up to 1 day a week. One hour call response time. You will work at UW Health American Family Childrens Hospital (AFCH), 1678 Highland Ave, Madison, WI.
Pay :
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.
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We are seeking a Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer - Lead :
Responsible for the daily operations of the pediatric echocardiography lab. This position serves in the role of Technical Director and in this capacity, is responsible for maintaining accreditation of the lab through the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), serving as a resource for staff, and coordinating patient scheduling and daily work assignments.
Perform the most complex professional level non-invasive ultrasound studies using additional diagnostic technology as appropriate and record results. Clinical preliminary impressions of results are relayed to pediatric cardiologists.
Assist with intraoperative transesophageal imaging and exercise stress echo examinations. Those will skills in advanced pediatric cardiac imaging including fetal echo and 3D imaging are encouraged to apply.
At UW Health, you will have :
An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound, Radiology, Biological Sciences, or relevant health sciences field Preferred
Work Experience
3 years of progressively responsible experience in a lab performing echocardiography imaging Required
Pediatric echocardiography experience Required
5 years of progressively responsible experience in a lab performing echocardiography imaging Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Registered in Adult Echocardiography (AE) Upon Hire Required
Registered in Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
Registered in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) Preferred
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison , Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
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