Sonographer Cardiovascular

February 19, 2025
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Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease.
  • Prepares exam room.
  • Obtains informed consent, and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam.
  • Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols.
  • Explains method of examination and positions patient.
  • Assesses the patient’s status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patient’s ongoing condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
  • Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered.
  • Ensures quality images.
  • Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
  • Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately.
  • Informs patient of physician’s instructions or ancillary caregiver’s observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care.
  • Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
  • Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
  • Monitors equipment reliability and safety.
  • Reports issues and/or repairs or service due.
  • Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment.
  • Transports patients as needed.
  • Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
  • Promotes mission, vision, and values of client, and abides by service behavior standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Education:

  • Associate’s degree preferred.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

  • American Registry of Radiologic Technology ARRT (S) or ARDMS registry is required.
  • RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
  • RCS – Reg Cardiac Sono.
  • Candidates must obtain registry within 18 months of hire.
  • BLS – American Heart Association.