What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer position at Optima Medical?
About Optima Medical:
Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 34 locations and over 150 medical providers, who care for more than 200,000 patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life throughout Arizona and Nevada by helping communities "Live Better, Live Longer" through personalized healthcare, with a focus on preventing the nation’s top leading causes of death. We go beyond primary care with a full spectrum of services including cardiovascular health services, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house lab testing, imaging, chronic disease management, and other specialty health services. We aspire to aid the growth of our company by welcoming the most qualified and deserving candidates aboard.
Job Summary:
The Sonographer is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures to obtain images and data for the evaluation and treatment of patients with cardiovascular and vascular conditions. This role combines technical proficiency with patient care skills to ensure accurate, high-quality diagnostic studies. The Sonographer with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities:
- Ultrasound Imaging: Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart (echocardiography) blood vessels (vascular ultrasound) to evaluate cardiac/ vascular conditions.
- Patient Care: Prepare patients for procedures, explain the process, and address their concerns. Ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the examination.
- Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, ensuring its proper functioning and adherence to safety protocols.
- Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret ultrasound images, identifying and documenting any abnormalities or areas of concern.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain a high standard of image quality and accuracy, following established protocols and quality control measures.
- Patient Records: Accurately document patient information, procedures performed, and findings in electronic medical records (EMR) or paper records as required.
- Continuing Education: Stay current with advancements in ultrasound technology and relevant medical guidelines through ongoing education and training.
- Patient Education: Educate patients on the purpose of the ultrasound procedure, answer questions, and provide relevant information.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety regulations and infection control procedures to ensure the safety of patients and colleagues.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of practical experience as a Sonographer.
- 10 months experience in a clinical setting as a Cardiac and/or Vascular Ultrasound Technologist required.
- Open to recent graduates who meet the other qualifications.
- Proficient in conducting Echocardiography (ECHO) and Vascular examinations required.
- Proficient in interpreting and documenting technical findings from examinations.
- Masterful time management skills to ensure efficient workflow.
- State licensure or certification as required by regulations.
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to cardiac and vascular systems.
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting ultrasound equipment.
- Excellent communication, strong attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.