CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER - PRN

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Sonographer I to join their team in Baltimore. This role involves performing a range of cardiac ultrasound studies, including Transthoracic and Exercise Echocardiograms, while collaborating with medical staff and educating ultrasound students. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and excellent interpersonal skills. With a focus on innovation and patient care, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the field of cardiology.

Benefits

Dependent Tuition Reimbursement

Excellent Compensation Package

Healthcare Benefits

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CAAHEP accredited program required.
• Experience as a Cardiac Sonographer or Vascular Technologist is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac ultrasound studies in clinical and research settings.
• Work closely with medical staff to ensure all exams meet policies.

Skills

Cardiac Anatomy Knowledge

Ultrasound Physics

Medical Terminology

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

CAAHEP Accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Program

Tools

Echocardiogram Equipment

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Job Details

Requisition #:

644810

Location:

Johns Hopkins Hospital,
Baltimore,
MD 21287

Category:

Radiology

Schedule:

Day Shift

Employment Type:

Casual \/ On Call

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Excellent compensation package!

Awesome benefits, including dependent tuition reimbursement!

Location: 1800 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21287

Shift:

Casual, on-call

Day Shift, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Weekend work required

Position Summary:

Cardiac Sonographer I performs an extensive range of cardiac ultrasound studies in the clinical and research settings at various locations. Examinations may include Transthoracic, Exercise, and Pharmacologic Stress Echocardiograms, special procedures including but not limited to echo guided myocardial biopsied, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy studies, and additional procedures as dictated by research protocols and clinical trials. The Cardiac Sonographer I works closely with the Staff Sonographers, Level II and III, Medical Staff, and Investigators to insure all exams are completed according to established policies and procedures. This position will also include clinical instructor responsibilities to the JHH Ultrasound students, and Cardiology Fellows in the Echo Lab.

Education:

Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Program (CAAHEP) - accredited Diagnostic ultrasound program required. Additional clinical experience or credentials may be considered in lieu of some education.

Work Experience:

Successful completion of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic program required. Experience as a Cardiac Sonographer in a hospital based environment or additional experience as a vascular technologist is desirable.

Licensure/Certification:

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) is required. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) preferred but not required.

Knowledge/Skills:

Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and cardiac disease. Requires knowledge of medical terminology. Strong knowledge of physic of ultrasound and how this relates to image acquisition. Knowledge of how various disease effects cardiac function.

Advanced sonographic skills are necessary to obtain and document a complete examination or research protocol. High level analytical ability is needed to obtain appropriate images and required measurements for a diagnostic echocardiogram. Interpersonal and communications skills are necessary to provide technical guidance and instruction for cardiac ultrasound interns, clinical and research fellows, and attending physicians. Strong eye/hand coordination skills are required, along with high visual acuity. Ability to proficiently describe significant clinical findings or developments in research subjects in a timely and comprehensive manner. .Must be able to perform a transthoracic echocardiograms in a 45min time slot in an outpatient setting.

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