Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatric Cardiology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Perform high quality pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined pediatric echo protocols. The sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician. Also perform related cardiology non-invasive diagnostic cardiology testing. Assist in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students. Participate in continuing medical education programs.
Assist in Heart Station (CQI) continuous quality improvement process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Perform pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards

• The sonographer demonstrates proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines. Performs these complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
• The sonographer demonstrates the ability to utilize the computer programs and databases in regards to work flow in accordance with department standards.
• Perform and analyze Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiograms; requiring an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.

Perform non-invasive testing:

• EKGs
• Stress Test Gas Analysis
• Stress Echo
• Holter Monitor and Cardiac Event Monitor testing
• Cardiovascular Stress Testing

Work with and assist physicians with special procedures:

• Sedated Echocardiograms
• Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms
• Provide echocardiographic guidance during, Heart Biopsies, Pericardial Centesis, atrial septostomy and trans-catheter device placement.
• Trans esophageal Echocardiograms; in-patient, ambulatory procedure center, operating rooms

Participate in continuing education programs:

• Maintain credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling the required accredited continuing medical education activities.
• Attend weekly lectures related to Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiography or Pediatric Cardiology
• Coordinate and /or assist with presentations of technologic updates or conference summaries.
• Maintains certification and can deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).

Training and mentoring:

• Participate with training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students.
• Training programs will be approved by the Heart Station Medical Director and Heart Diagnostic Services Manager and be in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography Committee on Education and Training and IAC.

Heart Station CQI; continuous quality improvement process:

• Participates in Quality Assurance process for Intersocietal Accreditation Commission
• Assist in maintaining equipment, document necessary repairs in the Heart Station Equipment Log, and report to the Heart Diagnostic Services Manager

Service excellence responsibilities:

• Maintains patient privacy at all times abiding by HIPPA privacy standards. Provides patients and families with clear and accurate information while informing them of the testing.
• Treats patients and families with care, respect and professionalism.
• Created a positive work environment by treating all co-workers, students and physicians with dignity and respect.
• Takes action to continuously improve service.
• Responds consistently to the needs of referring physicians and other health care professionals who are participating in the patient’s care.

Working Conditions

This position must move heavy portable equipment and occasionally travel to outreach clinics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform all facets of non-invasive cardiology tests, as outlined in section one.
• Ability to maintain a professional manner with respect to interaction with physicians, nurses and other involved personnel to provide exceptional patient care.
• Associate’s degree in an allied health education program that is patient-care related; or Bachelor’s degree in sonography or a clinical science/health related program; or Graduation from an accredited sonography program specializing in echocardiograph.
• Ability to maintain a good rapport with pediatric and adult patients and their families.

Required Qualifications

• Credentialed RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) certificate or RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) certificate in pediatric or adult echocardiography through one of the examinations recognized by ARDMS or CCI must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Through understanding of normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, normal and abnormal cardiac function and hemodynamics, qualitative and quantitative aspects of echocardiograms, and anatomy and pathophysiology of disease processes.

Grade

C13-H

Salary Range

$31.35 - $48.60 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening

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