Cardiac Vascular Sonographer Reg, FT Days (Outpatient)

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, GA, part of Wellstar Health System, Inc., is seeking a Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer for a full-time, on-site role. The position supports both cardiac and vascular imaging in a busy lab, with responsibilities spanning studies, interpretation support, and patient care.

You will perform echocardiograms and vascular Doppler exams, ensure accuracy and safety, communicate clearly with patients and the care team, and participate in on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience performing cardiac echocardiograms.
• Experience performing vascular ultrasound studies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and health care team.
• Willingness to take call, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac and vascular ultrasound studies per protocol.
• Provide preliminary findings to interpreting physician.
• Maintain equipment and ensure infection control.
• Assist in patient care and education throughout procedures.

Skills

Cardiac imaging

Vascular imaging

Echo imaging

Patient communication

Tools

Doppler ultrasound

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

Kennestone Hospital

Full time

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Work Hours:

Overview

The Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer functions in a dual-role position as both Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer. As such, must conform to the job roles and responsibilities of that both provide: The Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer functions under the direction of the Manager or Chief or Lead Sonographer and is responsible for performing all cardiac imaging; which includes, if performed at your designated facility, adult, pediatric, trans esophageal and stress echocardiograms. As well as perform all vascular imaging including: , carotid duplex imaging, Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) with and without exercise, AAA Screening, Aorta, and upper and lower extremity arterial and venous scans. Experience with venous reflux studies preferred but not required (if applicable). Perform measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol, provides written or an oral summary of preliminary findings to the interpreting Physician, is responsible for the safety and well-being of all patients in the department, must possess the ability to communicate effectively with the patient(s) and health care team, must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Have the knowledge and ability to obtain a quality diagnostic study properly and safely. The Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer may also be asked to inject/administer Ultrasound Image Enhancing Agents as well as saline bubble studies. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. Must be available to take call, work weekends and Holidays on a rotating basis (if applicable to your location).

Responsibilities

• Equipment
  * Maintains clinical competency in all areas of echocardiography and vascular studies through practice and continuing education
  * Demonstrates experience in performing all studies and modalities
  * Consults with Cardiologist and other available resources to increase knowledge
  * Maintains registry certification
  * Maintain equipment in working order. Perform routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and report any equipment malfunction to Chief Technologist or Echo Lab Manager.
  * Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner.
  * Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
• Patient Care
  * Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
  * Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
  * Explains test procedures to patients; Addresses concerns and answers questions appropriately
  * Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias so that no patient condition deteriorates, and no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique.
  * Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately.
  * Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
  * Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment.
  * Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
  * Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
  * Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
  * Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. Maintains patient’s dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
  * Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients.
  * Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
  * Follows physician’s instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
  * Demonstrates proficiency with loading and operating power injection.
  * Uses critical thinking skills.
  * Dialogs with patient/family
  * Asks clarifying questions.
  * Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
  * Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
  * Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care.
  * Preps the patient for the procedure.
  * Demonstrates and understands sterile technique
  * Ability to perform all Vascular Ultrasound and Echocardiography exams.
• Education and Communication
  * Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, so as to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members.
  * Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure.
  * Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
  * Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
  * Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
  * Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
  * Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting.
  * Maintains appropriate patient care documentation, including echocardiograph tapes, patient charts, and logs and appropriately