Echo Sonographer (Wilmington - Philadelphia Metro)

Nemours; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Echocardiography Sonographer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing high-quality pediatric and fetal echocardiography, ensuring age-appropriate care for infants, children, and adolescents. You'll work closely with cardiology fellows and students, assisting in clinical settings while managing imaging and preliminary reporting tasks. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care in a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about pediatric healthcare and have the required credentials, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound training program is required.
• Must have ARDMS certification or be registry eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric cardiac ultrasound exams following established protocols.
• Provide patient-focused echocardiography service and on-call coverage.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient Care

Clinical Assistance

Image Loading into PACS

Procedure Coding

Education

Accredited Ultrasound Training Program

Tools

Echo PACS System

Job description

We are looking for a Pediatric Echocardiography Sonographer to join our Nemours Children's Health team. This Echo Sonographer will be performing pediatric and fetal echoes.

Primary Function:

Serve as a Health Care Professional with primary responsibility of patient-focused echocardiography service providing high-quality patient care.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform pediatric cardiac ultrasound exams (TTE) following a set protocol according to guidelines and standards set by IAC and the American Society of Echocardiography.
2. Provide age and developmentally appropriate care to infants, children, and adolescents.
3. Provide clinical assistance to cardiology fellows and students.
4. Load images into Echo PACS system and complete preliminary reports.
5. Choose appropriate procedure code for billing purposes.
6. Have the availability/flexibility to provide on-call coverage during weekend hours, weekday off hours, and holiday coverage.

Requirements:

1. Graduate of an accredited ultrasound training program.
2. Successful completion of the physics and technology exams from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
3. Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible. If registry eligible, registration must be obtained within one year of hire.
4. American Heart BLS certification, required.
5. Registered ARDMS (PE) or CCI required.
6. Registered ARDMS (FE) preferred.
7. Must be available to travel to satellite locations based on patient need.