CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER/ECHO TECH (TR/PRN)

GPS Technik AG; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to join their team. The role involves performing echocardiograms, educating patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cardiac anatomy and technology, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in cardiac sonography.
• Advanced knowledge of echocardiology interpretive parameters.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality echocardiograms and analyze sonographic data.
• Educate patients on monitoring devices and provide compassionate care.
• Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Echocardiography

Cardiac Anatomy

Cardiac Physiology

Education

Associate degree in cardiovascular technology

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Cardiac Sonographer registration (RDCS or RCS)

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Description

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In addition, the Echo Tech may perform 12-lead EKG's, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, holter monitor scanning and cardiac exercise treadmill testing and assist in procedures.

Essential Duties

• Perform high-quality echocardiograms, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, and color flow imaging.
• Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
• Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transesophageal echocardiography as needed.
• Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
• Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Start IVs for imaging procedures.
• Take call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Holter Monitor & Event Recorder

• Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.
• Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.
• Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.

Patient Care

• Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow-up care as needed.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.

Flexibility

• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Non-essential Duties

• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessary.

Requirements

Required Experience

• Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and echocardiology interpretive parameters.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac sonography.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.

Required Licensure/Education

• Associate degree in cardiovascular technology, diagnostic medical sonography, or a related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required within 2 - 3 years of hire.

Preferred Education

• Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a plus.

Environmental Factors

• Chemicals: Cydex
• Video Display Terminals: Average
• Blood and Body Fluids: Rare
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Rare

Sensory Requirements

• Speech: Required for communication via telephone, meetings, presentations/training.
• Vision: Needed to read memos, literature, assess patients, and see equipment.
• Smell: Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing: Needed for communication and patient assessment.
• Touch: Necessary for writing, computer entry, and B/P measurements.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

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Repetitive Use of Hands, Wrist, and Shoulders

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Environmental Factors (Time Spent)

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Special Hazards

• Explosive-O2 hook-ups in department.
• Protective Clothing: gloves, goggles, mask for handling equipment.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Telecommunications