Pediatric-Adult Echocardiographer Per Diem

Demanddeborah; Pemberton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 47,733 - 67,984; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pemberton Township seeks a Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiographic Sonographer to perform diagnostic echocardiograms in a clinical setting. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, possess advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy and certification from ARDMS, and be BLS certified. This role requires flexibility to travel to clinical outreach locations twice a month and requires strong communication skills to educate patients and families about procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years of performing pediatric, adolescent and adult congenital cardiac echocardiography.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS).
• BLS Certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiograms for all age groups.
• Operate equipment using standard protocols for echocardiography.
• Calculate measurements and enter data into electronic systems.
• Participate in off-site activities and travel twice per month.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and disease

Ability to operate ultrasound equipment

Perform examinations recognizing structures and differentiating artifacts

Perform echo sonography studies including stress echocardiography

Flexibility performing tests in various environments

Educate patients and families about testing

Make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments

Apply clinical research findings to intervention techniques

Education

Completion of CHAAHEP approved ultrasound program

Associate Degree in Biological Sciences or relevant field

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary: This position is a full performance Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiographic Sonographer with advanced knowledge of cardiac, physiology and disease. All examinations are performed with standard protocols on pediatric, adolescent and adult congenital age groups. The Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiographic Sonographer will operate all equipment to perform diagnostic echocardiograms. Use correct parameters based on the patient’s age and diagnosis. This includes 2D, Doppler and Color Doppler, and assisting the cardiologist with TEE Studies. Measure all M‑mode, 2D, Doppler, and Color Doppler flow patterns. Calculate measurements, formulas, and ratios. Enter calculations and measurements into appropriate electronic reporting system example Syngo and Study Cast. Participates in off‑site activities as scheduled. The Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiographic Sonographer will travel twice per month to our clinical outreach location. Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiographic Sonographer will work under general clinical supervision from pediatric and adult congenital cardiologists, and the department chair.

Experience

Required: Two years of performing pediatric, adolescent and adult congenital cardiac echocardiography

Education

Required: Completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CHAAHEP) approved ultrasound program, Associate Degree in Biological Sciences, Ultrasound, or relevant health sciences field.

License and Credentials

• Credentials from ARDMS as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) CCI RCCS.
• BLS Certified.

Skills

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and disease.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of possible techniques, including M‑mode, Two‑dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping, and 2D speckle tracking strain imaging.
• Ability to perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, while recognizing the limitations of equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to perform echo sonography studies including adult congenital complex studies, stress echocardiography, dobutamine echocardiography for adult congenital patients, and periprocedural transesophageal echocardiography on adult congenital patients.
• Demonstrate flexibility performing tests/scans in a variety of clinical environments.
• Ability to educate patients and families of safe and appropriate testing; thoroughly explaining procedures, answering questions and calming concerns.
• Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments.
• Ability to use and apply clinical research findings to identify various intervention techniques or procedures that may need modification.
• Ability to work both independently and as a care team member.

Rate

The rate for this position is $42.00 per hour.

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