Sonographer Cardiovascular

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.