Experienced Cardiac Sonographer

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; Miami Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc. in Miami Beach, FL seeks an Experienced Cardiac Sonographer for a part-time role. You will verify orders, perform echocardiograms, ensure accurate documentation, and aid physicians with transesophageal procedures.

The position requires RDCS or RCS certification, a graduate ultrasound program with emphasis in adult echocardiography, and at least 2 years of experience in adult and transesophageal echocardiography, including stress and contrast imaging.

Qualifications

• RDCS or RCS certification required.
• Graduate of an approved ultrasound program with emphasis in adult echocardiography.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in adult and transesophageal echocardiography.

Responsibilities

• Verifies orders and patient information prior to exam, completes documentation for accurate reports.
• Performs echocardiograms in various locations; portable, in-department, etc.
• Completes exams promptly to maintain department productivity and schedule.
• Selects frequencies and settings to optimize 2D, Doppler, stress echo and 3D images.
• Distinguishes normal vs. abnormal structures and provides technical impressions.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiography and administers contrast as needed.
• Completes stress echoes according to protocol and records required data.

Skills

RDCS/RCS certification

Adult echocardiography

Transesophageal echocardiography

Education

Graduate of an approved ultrasound program with emphasis in adult echocardiography

Job description

## Experienced Cardiac SonographerApply: Miami Beach, FL: Part time: Posted Today: JR104948**As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.**Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.**Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way**Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.**Department:****Job Description Summary:**Part time## Position Responsibilities* Verifies orders and patient information prior to exam. Completes all necessary documentation associated with each case to ensure that reports and charges are accurate and timely.* Performs echocardiograms in various locations throughout the hospital; portable, in the department, etc. Takes the iniative to complete exams as needed to achieve maximum productivity of the department.* Maintains productivity and efficiency. Completes exams within appropriate time frame and assures that clinical appointments are kept on time.* Selects appropriate frequencies and settings to fully optimize 2D, Doppler, Stress echo and 3D images. EKG signals clear, images well aligned and on axis, appropriate scales and speed utilized.* Differentiates normal and abnormal structures and provides accurate technical impressions of pathology observed. Reports critical values to physicians and management as required.* Adheres to departmental protocol and assures that sufficient anatomy and accurate measurements are documented to provide a diagnosis.* Demonstrates knowledge and skill when assisting physicians with transesophogeal echocardiogram. Appropriately adjusts setting to optimize images prior to capture.* Administers contrast agents according to departmental policies and procedures. Obtains diagnostic, well enhanced images to the satisfaction of the interpreting physician.* Completes stress echoes according to departmental protocol. Captures optimal images within required timeframe pre and post exercise. Places EKG leads and obtains necessary documentation prior to exercise.* Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of 3D echo. Able to measure volumes and ejection fraction with 3D echo.## Qualifications* ### License/Registration/Certification + RDCS or RCS certification required.* ### Education + Graduate of an approved ultrasound program with emphasis in adult echocardiography or graduate of a foreign Medical School* ### Experience + Minimum of 2 years experience in adult and transesophageal echocardiography. Knowledge of stress and contrast echocardiography.**Benefits:**We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:* Health benefits* Life insurance* Long-term disability coverage* Healthcare spending accounts* Retirement plan* Paid time off* Pet Insurance* Tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance program* Wellness program* On-site housing for select positions and more!