Cardiac Sonographer I

Cardiac Sonographer I Apply! Apply! Position Details

Department: PCH-MAIN | Cardio Diag and Non-Invas

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 8am-5pm

Category: Radiology/Imaging Svcs

Posting #: 889341

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

This position performs diagnostic cardiac sonography examinations and cardiology procedures to provide data for diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements.

Position Duties

• Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
  
  

Performs diagnostic cardiac sonography examinations on patients across the spectrum of congenital and acquired heart disease for interpretation by cardiologist. Determines proper technique and positioning to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards, protocols, and procedures. Performs or assists with transesophageal and transthoracic as required and per training and expertise.

Maintains a safe environment for patients, families, and coworkers while performing all activities of the job.

• Documents Preliminary Report
  
  

Creates a detailed report of sonographer`s impressions to include pertinent medical history, anatomic findings and measurements for presentation to interpreting physician. It may include exam aspects outside sonogram results that may relate to diagnosis or treatment, including, but not limited to, patient reaction to temperature, pressure or movement of transducer, ability to respond to instructions, and movement limitations. Report is clear, concise, and grammatically correct and utilizes appropriate spelling and punctuation.

Performs finalizing functions using Syngo and/or Electronic Health Record to facilitate timely and accurate results, charge capture and archival of studies. Takes steps to quickly remedy identified errors and omissions utilizing the chain of command as necessary.

• Maintains Professional and Technical Competency
  
  

Continues to pursue knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the field. Attends staff meetings as required to stay up to date on departmental policies and procedures. Participates in Phoenix Children`s educational offerings and off-site conferences/seminars; and/or completes self-directed learning via professional journals, texts, and appropriate online resources to maintain continuing education credits as required for institutional and personal credentialing.

Quality Improvement

Participates in quality improvement initiatives and integrates feedback into daily practice with the assistance of a mentor/preceptor as appropriate or needed.

• Care of Professional Environment and Equipment Maintenance
  
  

Participates in cleaning, re-stocking, re-supplying, and turnover of CardioDiagnostic exam rooms and equipment to provide for efficient, effective, and safe department operations. Enters information in departmental logs as required for documentation.

Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate by utilizing the help desk and biomed service tickets as appropriate. Enters data in logs as required.

• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
  
  

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
  
  

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
  
  

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Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.

Education Do you meet this requirement?

• Graduation from a CAAHEP or ACCSC accredited cardiac sonography program or equivalent.
  
  

Required

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Experience Do you meet this requirement?

• Pediatric cardiac sonography clinical externship or two years full time adult cardiac sonography.
  
  

Required

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• 1 year full time pediatric cardiac sonography.
  
  

Preferred

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Certifications / Licenses / Registries Do you meet this requirement?

• ARDMS RDCS-Pediatric (RDCS PE) or CCI Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) or obtained within 1 year of moving into position.
  
  

Required

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• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association.
  
  

Required

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Special Skills Do you meet this requirement?

• Shares on call duties with peers after hours, on weekends and holidays and works independently in satellite locations when skillfully able.
  
  

Required

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• Demonstrates a willingness to be flexible with work assignments to balance work amongst staff. Must have readily available transportation to be able to change locations throughout the day for roving assignments with very little notice.
  
  

Required

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• Ability to maintain a positive professional demeanor in stressful situations and represent Phoenix Children’s in a positive way in all interactions. Demonstrates a willingness to create relationships that inspire trust and loyalty and have the best interest of patient and team at heart.
  
  

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.

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• Must influence a safe and respectful work environment.
  
  

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• Can effectively balance multiple priorities and workload to achieve desired results.
  
  

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Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable
  
  

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