Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient

  • Greensboro
  • Cone Health

Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient
ID
Location
Moses Cone Hospital
Work Location
US-NC-Greensboro
Division : Name
Moses Cone Hospital
Department : Name
MHC-Echo Lab
Category
CARDIOLOGY
Position Sub-Category
CARDIOLOGY-OTHER
Position Type
Full Time (40 hours/week)
Employment Type
Employee
Exempt/NonExempt
Non-Exempt
FTE
1.00
Workforce Status
Onsite
Work Hours
40.00
Provider Schedule (specific schedule)
8 hour days; rotating start times, sites, weekends, holidays
On call Required
Yes
Sub Category
Radiology-Sonographer
Overview
Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient is responsible for performing a range of cardiac ultrasound procedures under the guidance and heavy supervision of the chief technical sonographer to help physicians assess and determine the cardiac conditions of patients. The role delivers exceptional customer service through the prioritization of patient safety, preferences, and effective communication, through partnering with patients, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders to contribute to accurate cardiac diagnostics and patient-centered care to ensuring optimal outcomes and satisfaction for all involved. Talent Pool; Allied Health

Talent Pool: Allied Health

Responsibilities
Performs routine and special exams consistent with established protocols with good diagnostic quality.
Analyzes test data and accurately communicates findings to reading cardiologists to aid in proper diagnosis and treatment planning and ensure seamless collaboration between the sonographer and cardiologists.
Operates, troubleshoots, and requests repair of all testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results and promote patient safety and efficient workflow.
Maintains professional and CPR certification to adhere to industry standards and ensure readiness to respond to any cardiac emergencies that may arise.
If trained by staff education and demonstrates competency, performs IV insertion and maintains IV competency skills on an annual basis.
Administers image enhancing agent as ordered to optimize quality of echocardiogram.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Required: High School Diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE: Required: 0-1 years in Healthcare- Ultrasound Training program LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING: Required:
RDCS | Reg Dx Cardiac | Registered Cardiac Sonographer RDCS or RCS from ARDMS or CCI
BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider