Cardiac Sonographer

WVU Medicine; Crafton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WMCP WMC Physician Practices in a clinical setting seeks a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to perform advanced non-invasive imaging procedures for Cardiac Laboratories. The role involves accurate billing, patient scheduling, and timely completion of studies.

The candidate should be a graduate of a Medical Imaging program and obtain RDCS or RCS within 12 months, plus Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Imaging program.
• RDCS certification through ARDMS or RCS through CCI within 12 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced non-invasive cardiac imaging procedures.
• Bill procedures accurately and manage patient scheduling.
• Coordinate scheduling to ensure timely procedure completion.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions with courtesy.
• Document procedures and results in the patient chart and notify physicians.
• Maintain equipment and cleanliness of labs and work areas.
• Document via EPIC for accurate billing.
• Support Cardiac Sonographer ladder and mentoring of staff.
• Participate in ongoing education and departmental training.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

RDCS/RCS certification

Basic Life Support

Education

Graduate of a Medical Imaging program

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Performs advanced Cardiac Ultrasound procedures in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Graduate of a Medical Imaging program.
• 2. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 12 months of hire.
• 3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Performs advanced non-invasive imaging procedures for Cardiac Laboratories.
• 2. Performs proper billing of procedures and prioritize patient scheduling.
• 3. Coordinates and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in a timely fashion.
• 4. 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.
• 5. Performs all non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
• 6. Notifies appropriate medical staff if there are significant abnormal findings.
• 7. Documents procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the test has been completed.
• 8. Calculates and measures Cardiovascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
• 9.Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Cardiac Laboratories.
• 10. Completes accurate documentation through EPIC to ensure proper billing.
• 11. Maintains the confidentiality of the patient and unit information, without infraction, as monitored by supervision.
• 12.Supports the development of the Cardiac Sonographer I by providing ongoing feedback regarding their performance.
• 13. Participates in education and in-service opportunities in order to maintain and enhance knowledge.
• 14. Acts as a preceptor by on-boarding new sonographers with department orientation, in-service and education.
• 15. Provides preliminary report on study performed in a timely manner. Reviews preliminary report with physician.
• 16. Follows and implement Cardiac protocols and policies.
• 17. Participates in the training of Cardiac ultrasound techniques and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• 1. Clinical setting.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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

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 experience enter 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: WMCP WMC Physician Practices
• Cost Center: 7162
• WMCP HVI Cardiology Robinson WMCP
• Address: 3 Robinson Plaza Crafton Pennsylvania

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 West Virginia’s largest health system and largest private employer, providing care to communities across West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The integrated academic health system includes 25 hospitals and five institutes, with more than 3,500 licensed beds, 4,000 clinicians, 39,000 employees, and $8.5 billion in annual operating revenues. Anchoring the system in Morgantown, West Virginia, are WVU Hospitals, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital. 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.