Relocation Package Available, Competitive call pay
Job Summary:
Produce and record high quality sonographic images in the specialty areas of adult echo in accordance with departmental protocols and the American Society of Echocardiography. Performs all procedures which are offered by the department following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Provides direct patient care that ensures quality, efficiency, and well-being of each patient. Collaborates with members of the health care team to promote total patient care, demonstrates commitment to the purpose, vision, and values of St. John’s Health. Delivers services according to the scope of service for Diagnostic Imaging. Adheres to and practices the St. John’s Health Corporate Compliance Program.
Essential Functions:
1. Consistently demonstrates competence in performing ultrasound examinations offered by the department. Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the use of all standard ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates a thorough understanding knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
2. Obtains and examines order requisition to ensure an adequate indication for procedure is documented and correlates with the exam to be performed. Regularly consults with others as necessary to verify appropriate procedure to be completed. Thoroughly explains the procedure in an empathetic and caring way to alleviate patient anxiety. Assure patient’s questions are answered prior to beginning exam.
3. Addresses patient care complaint with DNV standards; demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and others. Prepares examination for interpretation by the Cardiologist to include exam QA, scanning appropriate documents, retrieving prior studies, and sending to PACS, and/or Ultraling. Charges exam supplies and medications accurately at the time of use.
4. Organizes and prioritizes care of multiple patients with varying levels of acuity in a timely and efficient manner. Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations. Transports patients safely to and from the Diagnostic Imaging department. Properly performs hand-off communications when a patient has left or returned to the unit. Reports any changes in a patient’s condition or behavior to the appropriate physician or nursing personnel.
5. Conveys a strong sense of advocacy and support for staff and co-workers. Assists, teaches, and answers questions for colleagues. Presents self as a resource to co-workers and organization. Mentors new staff. Regularly assists in other areas of the department as needed. Uses time for departmental advantages.
6. Maintains, develops, and updates Cardiac sonographer skills. Self-evaluates professional knowledge and actively seeks out educational opportunities for development.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Work Experience:
Preferred: Prefer graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Echo-cardiology Technology program (preferably with an associate degree or greater).
Required Licenses: ARDMA Adult Echocardiology (AE). BLS Certification. Preferred ACLS.
Functional Demands:
Working Conditions: Radiation exposure, hospital environment, on-call rotation. Must be on-site at the St. John’s Health Campus or other facilities to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.
Physical Requirements: 80% of shift standing and walking. Must be able to lift, up to, 50 pounds, must be able to lift 10 pounds overhead. Intermittent sitting, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and computer use.