Cardiac Sonographer - Per Diem

South Shore Health; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking a qualified echocardiography professional to perform comprehensive cardiac ultrasound studies at our Weymouth facility. The role requires proficiency with M-Mode, real-time imaging, Doppler and color flow mapping, and accurate documentation within the EMR.

Candidate should have an accredited echocardiography program and ARDMS/CCI certification as appropriate. This is a part-time, on-site position with responsibilities spanning study performance,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training, culminating in an associate degree or higher.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience preferred.
• Licensure/certification requirements include RDCS or RCS as specified.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete echocardiography studies including M-Mode, real-time, color flow mapping and Doppler.
• Obtain permanent records and document exams in EMR; retrieve patient info and prior studies.
• Contribute to final diagnostic impression; provide preliminary interpretation to physician.
• Store daily examinations and ensure studies download to GE server.
• Utilize GE reading station and Epic EMR; communicate findings to inpatients as needed.
• Maintain safety culture and follow MD notification of red values.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Echocardiography competency

Education

Associate degree in Echocardiography

Tools

GE reading station

Epic EMR

Job description

Requisition Number: R-22323 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Cardiovascular Center HB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America)

To perform cardiac ultrasound procedures of a professional level on all patient population serviced by South Shore Health & Educational Corporation other than pediatric patients. Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient

Compensation Pay Range: $41.30 - $59.70

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1 - Performs complete study including M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER.
  • a - Acquires all necessary images and measurements according to lab protocols
  • b - Interprets all techniques giving internal dimensions, wall motion and flow pattern analysis.
  • c - Quantitative abnormal valve areas calculating gradients.
• 2 - Obtains permanent records of examination.
  • a - Looks up patient information and previous echo exams in the patient's electronic medical records system
  • b - Completes exam documentation and billing info in the patient's electronic medical records
• 3 - Contributes professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report.
  • a - Writes preliminary interpretation for physician review.
  • b - Informs physician during reading session of any non-conventional views taken.
• 4 - Stores daily examinations performed.
  • a - Ensures that all studies download correctly to GE server.
• 5 - Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
  • a - Able to utilize GE reading station including burning CD, downloading cases
  • b - Able to utilize Epic (Electronic medical records)
  • c - Able to utilize the electronic method of calling down inpatients in a timely and efficient manner.
• 6 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  • a - Practices MD notification of "red values" as described in policy.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education At least a (2) two year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training culminating in an associate degree or higher.
• Minimum Work Experience At least (1) one to (2) two years experience preferred.
• Required Certifications RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)) or RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Required Classes/Skills BLS - Basic Life Support (within 180 days after start date)
• Required Classes/Skills ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 180 days after start date)
• Required additional Knowledge and Abilities Ability to demonstrate competency in echocardiography. Must be able to recognize abnormal structure and be able to correlate this information into a useful study. Must be able to deviate from normal techniques, when necessary, to develop new techniques. Must be able to utilize ancillary devices, i.e., selected transducers Per diem, as needed Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in southeastern Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.