Echo / Vascular Sonographer I - Horizon West

Orlando Health; Winter Garden (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled sonographer to provide exceptional patient care through diagnostic cardiology and vascular imaging. In this role, you will demonstrate your expertise in performing routine and advanced echocardiology and vascular exams, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. Collaborating closely with cardiologists, you will utilize state-of-the-art ultrasound technology while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care and make a significant impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited sonography school required.
• Competency in echocardiology and vascular exams expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiology and vascular ultrasound exams.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to safety regulations.
• Document clinical information and assist in patient care.

Skills

Echocardiology

Vascular Sonography

Patient Care

Equipment Operation

Clinical Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of sonography

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic cardiology and/or vascular sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention under the supervision of the department supervisor, manager, or director.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Demonstrates competency in routine noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular ultrasound diagnostics, and equipment operation and maintenance.
2. Performs routine assignments using existing procedure guidelines.
3. Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from more senior level sonographers.
4. Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations.
5. Has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within the job.
6. Recognizes normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology in conjunction with obtaining and documenting pertinent clinical and diagnostic information.
7. Works closely with the cardiologist to perform noninvasive and/or invasive cardiology and/or vascular diagnostic sonographic exams, and functions independently in the absence of the supervisor and/or manager.
8. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
9. Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
10. Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
11. Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
12. Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.

Other Related Functions

1. Assist in transporting of patients.
2. Follows established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation.
3. Assists in clerical duties, such as, but not limited to, printing reports, scanning documents, and scheduling of patients.
4. Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
5. Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
6. May be required to work at any Orlando Health facility.
7. Assists with other departmental duties and responsibilities as needed.
8. May be required to work afterhours and call shifts as needed.
9. May be required to assist with contrast administration if pertinent to department.
10. May be required to assist with intravenous (IV) insertion and removal for the administration of diagnostic contrast medication if pertinent to department.

Qualifications

Education/Training
Graduate of an accredited school of sonography. Depending on assigned department, meets education/training as required under established current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) guidelines.

Licensure/Certification
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
• Must maintain one of the following:
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in fetal echocardiography; or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS); or
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); or
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS); or
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Experience
Able to perform routine echocardiology exams including, but not limited to, 2-D and M-Mode echocardiography and/or vascular sonography exams including, but not limited to, 2-D and M-Mode Imaging, Color Flow and Spectral Doppler, Carotid Ultrasound, Venous Doppler Upper and Lower Extremities, and Arterial Duplex Upper and Lower Extremities. Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance. Must demonstrate competency within the first six months of hire in performing at least THREE of the following ECHO and/or Vascular exams: 3-D, Strain, Exercise Stress Echocardiography, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography, TAVR, Mitral Clip, Complex Valve, Watchman, Post Processing, Contrast Studies, Agitated Saline Studies, Transesophageal (TEE), Surgical TEE, Simple Cardiac Shunts, Venous Insufficiency, Visceral, Segmental Physiology Upper Extremity, Access Grafts, Hemodialysis Access, Venous Ablation Procedures, Ultrasound Guidance, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Temporal Artery, or Transcranial Imaging.