Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer - PRN

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer to join their Echo-Vascular Lab team. In this role, you will perform essential ultrasound procedures, preparing patients and utilizing advanced equipment to aid in diagnosing various conditions. Your expertise will directly contribute to developing care plans and ensuring high-quality patient interactions. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, working alongside a team of professionals committed to excellence in patient care. If you are passionate about ultrasound technology and patient health, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology required.
• 0-3 years of experience required, eligible for registry as a Sonographer.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and performs ultrasound procedures in assigned specialty.
• Communicates clinical findings and assists in patient care planning.

Skills

Ultrasound Techniques

Communication Skills

Human Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Associate's degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology

Tools

B-Scanner

Real Time Ultrasound Equipment

Doppler Ultrasound Equipment

Echocardiographic 2-D and M-Mode

Job description

Position Title: Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer - PRN Department: Echo-Vascular Lab Job Description:

General Description:

Under immediate to general supervision, performs technical procedures that require application of high frequency ultrasonic waves to patients in the diagnosis of a variety of diseases.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Prepares patients for examinations and correlates clinical history with procedures ordered by physician to be performed
• Performs basic to advanced level ultrasound procedures in assigned specialty service area utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques in accordance with established clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols
• Interacts with physicians, staff, family and patient to develop and implement the plan of care
• Communicates clinical findings and makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel
• Assists in prioritizing and ensuring completion of clinical and non-clinical work assignments
• Prepares and presents in-services pertinent to assigned service area

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate's degree or higher from an American Medical Association (AMA) approved program for Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience required.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Eligible for registry as a Sonographer by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or equivalent credentialing body. Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Special Requirement: Incumbents may continue in the position for up to 6 months and must pass the registry as a Sonographer within that timeframe. Failure to satisfy these conditions may result in termination of employment with OU Health.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of ultrasound techniques and ultrasound equipment such as B-Scanner, Real Time, Doppler (pulsed wave and color flow), Echocardiographic 2-D and M-Mode.
• Skill in performing ultrasound examinations.
• Based on specific assignment, skill in performing general abdomen, o-gyn, small parts, pediatric and limited vascular ultrasound examinations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and other staff members.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.