Cardiac Sonographer (PRN) - UMMS Staffing Center

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Linthicum (MD); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Sonographer to perform routine and specialized ultrasound procedures under general supervision. The role requires graduation from an approved ultrasound program, at least two years of general ultrasound experience, and RDMS with BCLS certification.

The position emphasizes patient care, infection control, and documentation in electronic health records.

Qualifikationen

• Graduation from approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program.
• 2 years of experience in General Ultrasound.
• Certification from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS).
• American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Aufgaben

• Execute basic clinical competence in Sonography across locations and patient types.
• Select accurate equipment and adjust technical factors for each patient.
• Apply Sonographic principles including anatomy, physiology and physics.
• Perform high level disinfection procedures per policy.
• Document patient care in electronic health records.
• Maintain supplies and inventory; notify when reordering is needed.
• Report equipment or environmental issues per policy.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives to enhance workflows, patient experience and quality.

Ausbildung

Graduation from approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program

2 years of experience in General Ultrasound

RDMS Certification

AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Requirements

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized sonographic procedures.

Principal Tasks/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 duties performed by personnel so classified. Executes basic clinical competence in 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 Sonographic principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, physics, positioning and patient care skills. Appropriately performs high level disinfecting procedures to meet organizational infection prevention standards. 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.

Work Experience Education and Experience

• Graduation from approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program.
• 2 years of experience in General Ultrasound.
• Certification from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS)
• American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification