Cardiac Echo Sonographer

CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer I to perform advanced non-invasive cardiac ultrasound procedures in the Cardiac Laboratories. The role includes ensuring accurate billing, scheduling coordination, and timely procedure completion, while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The candidate must hold RDCS-AE or RCS credentials and have at least 1 year of experience, with Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. This is a full-time on-site position in the Cardiac Laboratories.

Qualifications

• RDCS-AE or RCS certification required.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire date.
• 1 year of cardiac sonographer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced non-invasive imaging procedures in Cardiac Laboratories.
• Ensures proper billing of procedures and prioritizes patient scheduling.
• Coordinates patient scheduling to ensure timely completion of procedures.
• Obtains patient/procedure information and explains procedures to patients.
• Notifies medical staff of significant abnormal findings.
• Documents procedures in the patient chart and assists physician interpretation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RDCS-AE (Adult Echocardiography)

RCS (CCI)

Job description

Performs advanced Cardiac Ultrasound procedures in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs the duties and responsibilities within the scope of a Cardiac Sonographer- Level I, as defined within the job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography (RDCS-AE) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of cardiac sonographer experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs advanced non-invasive imaging procedures for Cardiac Laboratories.
• Performs proper billing of procedures and prioritize patient scheduling.
• Coordinates and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in a timely fashion.
• Prior to testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and their families 100% of the time.
• Performs all non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
• Notifies appropriate medical staff if there are significant abnormal findings.
• Documents procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the test has been completed.
• Calculates and measures Cardiovascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Cardiac Laboratories.
• Completes accurate documentation through EPIC to ensure proper billing.
• Maintains the confidentiality of the patient and unit information, without infraction, as monitored by supervision.
• Supports the development of the Cardiac Sonographer I by providing ongoing feedback regarding their performance.
• Participates in education and in-service opportunities in order to maintain and enhance knowledge.
• Acts as a preceptor by on-boarding new sonographers with department orientation, in-service and education.
• Provides preliminary report on study performed in a timely manner. Reviews preliminary report with physician.
• Follows and implement Cardiac protocols and policies.
• Participates in the training of Cardiac ultrasound techniques and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Hearing (aid permitted) – must be able to function without use of lip reading.
• Visual acuity (corrected) – keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Clinical setting.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
• Motivation and drive for continuous development of self.
• Cooperatively interact with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals.

THE CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER CLINICAL LADDER:

The Cardiac Sonographer Clinical Ladder is a system-wide clinical advancement program to enhance professional development, provide a reward system for quality clinical performance, promote quality imaging care, and improve job satisfaction for cardiac sonographers. To apply for the next level, the Cardiac Sonographer must meet the requirements of their current level. They must also meet the required years of experience, degree, and certification to apply for the next level.

• Level 1 No experience required. All Cardiac Sonographers with less than 12 months of experienceenter at Level one.
• Level 2 Meets requirements for previous level. One year of registered experience (unregistered time not applicable). Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1, plus additional skill sets.
• Level 3 Meets requirements for previous levels. One continuing education pathway. Three years of registered experience (unregistered time not applicable). Compliant in 3 leadership/supervisory skills. Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1 and 2, plus 3 additional skill sets.
• Level 4 Meets requirements for previous levels. One continuing education pathway. Five years of registered experience (unregistered time not applicable). Compliant in 5 leadership/supervisory skills. Complete competency of Skill Set Tech 1, 2, and 3 plus 4 additional skill sets.

ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center

Cost Center: 130 CCMC HVI EKG and Cardiac Rehab

Address: 800 Garfield Ave Parkersburg West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

The West Virginia University Health System is a West Virginia-based academic health system that provides the full continuum of healthcare services at 30 hospitals in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Maryland. With more than 47,000 employees, of which 7,200 are providers, and $10 billion in total operating revenues, the WVU Health System is anchored by an 890-bed academic medical center and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia. Together, the Health System’s hospitals, clinics, and specialty programs provide a comprehensive continuum of care, ranging from community-based primary and specialty services to highly complex, quaternary care and post-acute care.