Cardiac Sonographer I

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a cardiac sonographer to perform routine and specialized cardiac ultrasound procedures under general supervision across locations and patient types. Candidates must graduate from an approved ultrasound program, obtain RDMS or CCI certification within six months of hire, and hold Basic Life Support certification.

The role includes equipment selection, patient care, documentation in electronic health records, and participation in

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program.
• RDMS or CCI Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in cardiac sonography across locations and patient types.
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors for each patient.
• Applies cardiac sonographic principles including anatomy, physiology and positioning.
• Documents patient care activity in electronic health records.
• Maintains a safe work environment and manages supplies/inventory.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff training.

Education

Graduation from Ultrasound Educational Program

RDMS or CCI Certification within 6 months of hire

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Job Requirements

Schedule: Dayshift, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized cardiac sonographic procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

Executes basic clinical competence in cardiac sonography, in all locations, across all patient types.

Selects accurate equipment and technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.

Applies knowledge of cardiac sonographic principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, physics, positioning and patient care skills.

Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.

Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.

Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment.

Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors.

Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.

Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality.

Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Work Experience Education & Experience

Graduation from an approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program. No Experience Required.

RDMS or CCI Certification within 6 mo. of hire.

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.