Echo Sonographer II

Advatix Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Echo Sonographer II to perform advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for conducting transthoracic echocardiograms, preparing interpretation reports, and ensuring exceptional patient care. Your expertise in pediatric echocardiography will be essential as you work in a collaborative environment that values research and quality assurance. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting, making a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. If you are passionate about ultrasound technology and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of pediatric echocardiography experience required.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification needed within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform various modalities of cardiac ultrasound including transthoracic echo.
• Prepare preliminary interpretation reports and assist in billing procedures.
• Ensure patient care in a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Ultrasound Physics

Cardiac Anatomy

Transthoracic Echocardiography

Ultrasound Equipment Operation

Digital Reporting Software

Research Participation

Travel Ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States

Job Title: Echo Sonographer II

Pay Rate: $72-$76 Per Hour

Schedule: 13 Weeks (Possible Extensions)

Shift Details: 8:30 AM - 5 PM

Job Duties:

1. This role performs various modalities of cardiac ultrasound, including transthoracic echo, stress echo, and assistance in transesophageal echo.
2. This role is also accountable for the preparation of preliminary interpretation reports, billing procedures, study transmittal, and coverage of satellite sites.
3. This role demonstrates advanced knowledge of pediatric echo and a higher level of ability, performance, and competencies.
4. Perform echocardiograms following lab standards while meeting daily volume expectations. Responds to emergent exams promptly. Follows department workflows for reporting, billing, and standard daily performance.
5. Ensures patient care is provided in a clean, safe, quiet, and secure environment. Renders excellent patient care to patients and families. All hospital-related interactions are courteous and confidential and in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to deliver developmental and age-appropriate care to patients.
6. Participates in staff meetings, research studies, quality assurance activities, and working groups. Cooperates and assists in obtaining institutional, divisional, and departmental initiatives and goals.
7. Assists in the teaching of students, fellows, and new technicians.
8. Follows the policies, procedures, and cost-control standards of the hospital as well as department-specific policies and procedures.
9. May be asked to travel to other locations.

CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S) REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years of pediatric echocardiography experience. Within 12 months of start date: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Adult Echocardiography (RDCS-AE) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Required Education:

• HS diploma or GED

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of the principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation of ultrasound systems.
• Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Advanced knowledge of transthoracic echocardiography.
• Advanced proficiency in the operation of ultrasound equipment and digital reporting software.
• Participation in national, international, or original research studies.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations.

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