What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer PRN Cardiology position at Parkland Health?
Location: Parkland: 2nd FLR BLK 500
Operates ultrasound equipment used to produce quality routine and fairly complex diagnostic scans to ensure optimal patient care.
Requirements
Education
Operates ultrasound equipment used to produce quality routine and fairly complex diagnostic scans to ensure optimal patient care.
Requirements
Education
- Must have successfully completed an allied health education program in Cardiac ultrasound. Accreditation required within six (6) months after hire.
- A minimum of one year of cardiac ultrasound experience in a hospital setting is preferred. All experience levels will be considered.
- A minimum of one year of cardiac ultrasound experience in a hospital clinical setting, OR
- Successful completion of an allied health education program in Cardiac ultrasound. Accreditation required within six (6) months after hire.
- Cardiac sonographers should be registered as a Sonographer by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) with current active status at the time of hire or must obtain within 6 (six) months of employment.
- Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:
- American Heart Association
- American Red Cross Rescuer
- Military Training Network
- Must be able to operate various types of ultrasound equipment used in performing procedures.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of both normal and abnormal anatomy.
- Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.