Cardiac Sonographer - Per Diem

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 58,437 - 78,647; Part time

Job summary

A medical facility seeks a part-time cardiac sonographer to perform ultrasound procedures on diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include executing detailed echocardiography studies, documenting findings, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Candidates should have at least an associate degree in echocardiography, be certified as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), and possess BLS and ACLS certifications. The position is located in Weymouth, Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• At least a two-year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training.
• One to two years of experience preferred.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients.
• Interpret examination techniques and provide preliminary reports.
• Ensure accurate documentation in electronic medical records.

Skills

Echocardiography competency

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Education

Associate degree or higher in Echocardiography

Tools

GE reading station

Epic (Electronic medical records)

Job description

Job Requirements

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

Requisition Number

R-22323

Facility

LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road 55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name

SSH Cardiovascular Center HB

Status

Part time

Budgeted Hours

0

Shift

Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Job Summary

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

$42.42 - $57.09

Essential Functions

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

Qualifications

Minimum Education: At least a two-year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training culminating in an associate degree or higher.

Minimum Work Experience: At least one to 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)
• 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.

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)