Cardiac Sonographer

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute at University Hospitals in Cleveland seeks a Cardiac Sonographer I to join the echocardiography laboratory. The role trains to perform exams and learn all aspects of echocardiography with a focus on patient care and accurate data collection.

You will perform standard echo studies, assist with advanced techniques where applicable, and participate in on-call coverage. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external hires.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Graduate of an approved Cardiac Sonography Program or cross-trained in echocardiography.
ASE membership preferred to enhance credentialing.
Proficiency with echo-related documentation and HIS/RIS systems.

Responsibilities

Performs m-Mode, 2-D, Doppler echocardiograms under supervision per lab standards.
Orient to treadmill stress, 3D and strain echocardiography where applicable.
Scan ICU/OR/ER patients as needed and seek assistance for difficult studies.
Identify basic cardiac pathology and respond to life-threatening situations.
Participate in on-call schedule if applicable.
Perform EKGs and Holter/Event monitors if applicable.
Complete documentation for accurate billing and data integrity.
Maintain a clean environment and manage supply levels.
Contribute to productivity and quality of communication within the department.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good communication skills

Basic knowledge of cardiac pathology

Fundamentals of echocardiography

Ability to learn to use all echo-mach-

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Cardiac Sonography Program graduate

Sonography Program with cross-training in echocardiography

ASE membership (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Cardiac Sonographer (2600074Q)

A Brief Overview

$5,000.00 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires

This position serves as a registry eligible sonographer in the echocardiography laboratory and at the cardiology satellite offices. The cardiac sonographer I will be trained and must be willing to learn all aspects of an echocardiographic exam, have a basic knowledge of cardiac pathology/echo equipment and perform other duties as assigned. The cardiac sonographer I contributes skills to assist with an efficient operation of the department.

What You Will Do

Performs clinical m-Mode, 2-D, CFM, Doppler echocardiograms under supervision per lab standards. Orients to stress (treadmill and pharmacologic), 3D and strain echocardiography (where applicable)
Demonstrates initiative and willingness to learn new procedures and techniques.
Orients to scanning all patient types (ICU/OR/ER) when applicable.
Seeks assistance with difficult studies.
Recognizes basic cardiac pathology and life threatening situations and intervenes appropriately.
Participates in the on-call system (if applicable).
Performs EKG's and Holter/Event monitors (if applicable).
Participates in rounds/conferences.
Completes documentation (written / computerized) including verification of demographic data to ensure proper billing.
Maintains a clean environment and alerts the proper personnel when supplies are low.
Demonstrates behavior which impacts the productivity, efficiency, and quality of communication and collaboration in the department.

Additional Responsibilities

Initiates and directs projects/QI processes/problem solving initiatives with peers and/or hospital leadership
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
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Education

High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
Graduate of an approved Cardiac Sonography Program (Required) or
Graduate of an approved Sonography Program with cross-training in echocardiography (Required)
Member of the American Society of Echocardiography (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic computer skills (Required proficiency)
Good communication skills (Required proficiency)
Basic knowledge of cardiac pathology (Required proficiency)
Basic knowledge of the fundamentals of echocardiography (Required proficiency)
Ability to learn to use all types of echo machines (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or RCS within one year of graduation from an approved Cardiovascular Technology Program (Required within 1 Year) or
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or RCS within two years from the start date of cross-training in echocardiography or working to fulfill clinical experience pre-requisites for a credentialing examination (Required within 2 Years) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)

Physical Demands