Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer-Barrett Parkway

Wellstar Health System; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kennesaw, Georgia, is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer to perform and organize ultrasound tests. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of related experience and necessary certifications. This full-time entry-level role involves direct patient care and ensuring equipment functionality. Join us in enhancing the health and well-being of every person we serve.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience performing pediatric cardiac ultrasound exams.
• Trade school diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
• All certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric cardiac ultrasound testing according to protocol.
• Organize daily work assignments and stock supplies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning medical information.

Skills

Pediatric cardiac ultrasound proficiency

Patient care

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

Epic Structured Reporting

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer – Barrett Parkway role at Wellstar Health System.

At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

Sign-on bonus eligible.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Performs pre-procedure verification process, according to hospital policy


• Performs pediatric cardiac ultrasound testing according to protocol


• Performs fetal cardiac advanced testing according to protocol


• Performs appropriate measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol


• Performs blood pressures


• Uses independent judgment during the ultrasound exam to differentiate between normal and pathologic findings


• Accurately enters required information into Epic Structured Reporting fields or MergeCardio PACS


• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts physician when required, according to laboratory policy


• Appropriately identifies procedures performed for accurate charging


• Performs other duties as required

Organization, Quality And Team Responsibilities

• Organizes daily work assignments


• Stocks supplies and assists with ordering supplies


• Assists with QA/QC within the lab


• Supports and assists in development of performance and process improvement initiatives designed to promote highest quality patient care


• Performs clerical duties as required


• Ensures the equipment is in working order. Performs routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and reports any equipment malfunction to Chief Technologist or Lab Manager


• Maintains strict confidentiality concerning participants and families medical and personal information

Patient Care

• Addresses problems with patient care as they arise and works to resolve


• Performs basic patient care tasks, as needed


• Maintains professional credentials and required CME hours


• Maintains strict confidentiality concerning participants and families medical and personal information

Holter And Event Monitors

• Places cardiac monitors on patients and maintains monitor logs and EPIC documentation


• Educates patients on the function of the monitor and how to record symptoms or events


• Registers patients online for event monitors


• Communicates with doctors and nurses regarding significant events found on 30-day monitors


• Returns patients' phone calls regarding monitors

Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• High School Diploma General or GED


• Trade School Diploma/Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• ARDMS - Registered Medical Sonographer


• BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor


• PEARS - Pediatric Emergency Assessment or RCCS - Reg Congenital Cardiac Sonographer or RDCS - Reg Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 1 year experience performing pediatric cardiac ultrasound exams. Preferred

Employment type

• Full-time

Seniority level

• Entry level

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care