Cardiac Sonographer- Cardiovascular Testing- Full Time

Solution for Health International; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Solution for Health International in Manchester, NH is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform pediatric to neonatal and adult echocardiograms within the Cardiac Testing team. You’ll operate ultrasound modalities and assist with transesophageal studies under supervision, contributing to high-quality diagnostic imaging.

The role requires formal ultrasound training, at least 1 year of cardiovascular sonography experience, and ARDMS/CARDUP or CCI credentials.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal ultrasound program or allied health program.
• Minimum 1 year cardiovascular sonography experience.
• ARDMS/CARDUP credential required; RDCS/RCS/RCCS from CCI within 1 year of eligibility.
• BLS within 60 days of hire; ongoing CME credits.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric, adult, and geriatric echocardiograms as directed.
• Assist with transesophageal echocardiograms for adults/geriatric patients.
• Assist with non-invasive pharmacological or exercise stress testing.
• Compose preliminary echo reports reflecting ICAEL standards.
• Complete pre-procedure intake and communicate patient status to the team.
• Maintain equipment and assist in QC/maintenance.
• Participate in quality improvement and data collection.
• Assist in other cardiovascular services as needed.

Skills

Cardiovascular patient care

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Formal ultrasound program or allied health program

BLS certification within 60 days

CME credits ongoing

Tools

ARDMS/CARDUP credentials

CCI RDCS/RCS/RCCS credentials

Job description

Cardiac Sonographer- Cardiovascular Testing- Full Time### Cardiac Sonographer- Cardiovascular Testing- Full TimeApply: Manchester, NH: Full time: Posted Today: JR13937Come work at the best place to give and receive care!**Job Description:****Who We Are:**In our department we strive to make a difference in the lives of our patients! We work hard to provide the highest quality of care. Our team within Cardiac Testing, work together to ensure we are accomplishing all our responsibilities and goals. If you meet the requirements below, and this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, apply today!**About the Job:**The Cardiac Sonographer will perform cardiac ultrasounds in conjunction with cardiac testing for the geriatric, adult, pediatric, infant and neonate populations (within level of competency and training) to acquire and analyze data obtained using cardiac ultrasound modalities and related diagnostic technologies. Working under the general direction of the Cardiovascular Services Medical Director, and the direct supervision of the RN Manager, Cardiology Services, the incumbent will practice in a manner consistent with the Elliot Hospital interprofessional practice model, the intersociety Accreditation Commission for Echocardiography (ICAEL), the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC).**What You’ll Do:*** Within the scope of practice, training, and competency, assist the cardiologist with transesophageal echocardiograms for the adult and geriatric patient.* Assist the cardiologist or Cardiovascular Services APRN with non-invasive pharmacological or exercise stress testing.* Within scope of practice, training, and competency, perform pediatric/neonate transthoracic echocardiograms.* Within scope of practice, training, and competency, perform abdominal and carotid ultrasounds.* Use independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care.* Provide an accurate summary of findings to the physician to aid in patient diagnosis and management using standardized measuring and reporting criteria.* Compose preliminary echo reports that accurately reflect the content and results of the study according to the Intersociety Accreditation Commission for Echocardiography (ICAEL) standards.* Complete pre-procedure intake based on patient/family interview, examination, and review of clinical data; communicate patient status and patient needs to physician and other team members.* Communicate appropriate patient information effectively and efficiently within the health care team.* Assist in other areas of cardiovascular services, as needed.* Perform department duties independently including, but not limited to, equipment checks, stocking of supplies and maintaining supply par levels.* Participate in the care, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of equipment; collaborate with manufacturers and biomedical engineering to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.* Partake in and support quality improvement; collect accurate data for certifying agencies.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Who You Are:*** Completion of a formal program in ultrasound or an allied health profession preferred; ability to perform pediatric echocardiograms requires completion in a formal pediatric echocardiography program* Minimum of 1-year cardiovascular sonography experience, Required* Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Certification, Required* An appropriate credential in echocardiography from the ARDMS, CCI or CARDUP* Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 1 year of eligibility.* Must obtain BLS within sixty (60) days of hire required.* Incumbent must remain current on required CME credit.**Why You’ll Love Us:*** Sign on Bonus eligible for full time positions!* Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees* Short-term, long-term disability, Accident insurance, & life insurance* Tuition Reimbursement* Referral bonuses* Accrued earned time for full-time & part-time employees.* 403b Retirement plans, with generous employer contributions* And more!**Work Shift:**Full Time, 40 hours per week. Day Shift*SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*