Cardiac Sonographer Per Diem

Valley Children's; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Children's Hospital in Madera, CA seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonographer to perform complex echocardiographic studies using ultrasound equipment, under supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, including EKGs and Holter monitoring as requested.

You will assist Cardiologists, participate in outreach clinics, and rotate on-call duties. A minimum of one year pediatric echocardiography experience and ARDMS certification are required; bilingual abilities preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Echocardiography/Ultrasonography or equivalent required.
• ARDMS or CCI pediatric echocardiography certification required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Minimum 1 year pediatric echocardiography experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex echocardiographic procedures with ultrasound equipment for diagnostic studies.
• Perform EKGs, Holter and multi-event monitor applications as requested.
• Assist Cardiologist as needed and work under Clinical Supervisor.
• Rotate on-call duties and participate in Outreach Clinic activities.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

Associates Degree Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography

Program Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography Technical/ Vocational Training

High School Diploma

Equivalent experience with ARDMS/ CCI certification

Bachelors Degree Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

Job description

About Us

The Cardiology department plays a pivotal role in ensuring cardiovascular health through advanced diagnostic technologies and expert clinical care. Among its core services are echocardiography, electrocardiograms (EKGs), Holter monitors, and stress echocardiography, each contributing to a comprehensive understanding of a patient's heart health. Echocardiography is a key service offered by the cardiology department. This non-invasive imaging technique utilizes ultrasound waves to create detailed images of the heart's structures and functions. It enables cardiologists to evaluate heart size, shape, and movement, as well as the function of heart valves and chambers. Additionally, echocardiology can identify various conditions such as cardiomyopathy, heart valve abnormalities, and congenital heart defects. Its real-time imaging capabilities provide invaluable insights that guide treatment decisions and patient management strategies.

Job Summary

This position is accountable for performing a variety of more complex echocardiographic procedures with expertise, using ultrasound equipment to produce diagnostic quality echocardiographic studies under a variety of conditions. Performs EKG's, holter and multi-event monitor applications as requested. Assists the Cardiologist as required. Works under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor. Participates in the rotation of on-call duties and Outreach Clinic involvement with other Cardiac Sonographers as assigned. Increasingly acts as a resource to the Department.

Qualifications

Education

• Associates Degree Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography (required) Or
• Program Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography Technical/ Vocational Training (required) Or
• High School Diploma (required) And
• Equivalent If individual has neither accredited program nor 2 year degree, High School Diploma and equivalent experience sufficient to allow for successful completion of either ARDMS or CCI certification required below. (required)
• Bachelors Degree Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)
• RDCS-PE - ARDMS Pediatric Echocardiography - ARDMS - American Registry of Medical Sonographers (required) Or
• CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International - CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (required)
• CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician - CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum one (1) year Pediatric echocardiography (required)
• Increasingly responsible experience which demonstrates proficiency in the skills and knowledge required to perform the job. (preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Bilingual Skills Preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range

$60.62 - $87.90

Workshift

Day (United States of America)

Position Exempt

No

FTE %

0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Daily Hours

8