What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cardiovascular Sonographer Full Time position at Saint Agnes Medical Center?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
This position is responsible for performing non-invasive cardiac and vascular exams (including Echocardiography, vascular ultrasound), and ensuring proper documentation and clerical duties associated with the exams. This position is accountable for recognizing abnormal results and consulting with physicians to ensure correct disposition of patients and appropriate outcomes. In addition, the position has oversight of the EKG Department as well as the echo vascular department, assuring workflow for both departments, recognizing abnormal results and reporting them to physicians. The incumbent will also be responsible for orientation and training new staff.
Requirements
$53.00 - $74.21
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
This position is responsible for performing non-invasive cardiac and vascular exams (including Echocardiography, vascular ultrasound), and ensuring proper documentation and clerical duties associated with the exams. This position is accountable for recognizing abnormal results and consulting with physicians to ensure correct disposition of patients and appropriate outcomes. In addition, the position has oversight of the EKG Department as well as the echo vascular department, assuring workflow for both departments, recognizing abnormal results and reporting them to physicians. The incumbent will also be responsible for orientation and training new staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Certification for two (2) years as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) is required.
- Certification for two (2) years as a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) is required.
- Proficiency in Cardiac Ultrasound with the ability to work independently is required, as evidenced by a minimum of three (3) years of cardiac sonography experience.
- Cardiac ultrasound experience with pulsed, continuous wave and color flow doppler abilities as well as demonstrated knowledge of Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology is required.
- Successful completion of a Basic Arrhythmia course is required. Successful completion of an Advanced Arrhythmia class is preferred.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
- Medical terminology, computer and technical skills are required.
- The ability to relate in a professional manner to patients, physicians, the public and other health care providers, functioning proactively to exceed their expectations is required.
- Previous lead experience is preferred.
- Previous preceptor experience is preferred.
$53.00 - $74.21
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $53 - $74