Cardiac Sonographer 1 PRN
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY PRN VARIABLE SHIFTS The Cardiac Sonographer 1
performs basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound services and
procedures for adult patients such as transthoracic,
transesophageal and stress, used to diagnose and assess cardiac
abnormalities. General duties include preparing equipment, prepping
patients and explaining procedures, reading the images, report
findings, analyzing patient clinical history in order to identify
the purpose of the examination, framing the clinical question that
the examination is intended to answer, and expanding the
examination as necessary to answer the clinical questions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Performs basic to advanced cardiac
ultrasound procedures utilizing a variety of equipment and
techniques, and makes the necessary measurements required for the
interpretation to obtain accurate, high quality results. Identifies
and defines cardiac abnormalities and extends the scope of the
examination appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when
necessary and correlating invasive and noninvasive cardiac
diagnostic test results with cardiac anatomy and function. May
assist physicians in the procedure rooms and operating rooms by
performing echocardiograph studies to aid them in proceeding with
complex procedures to decrease risk factors. Assists in performing
transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate
measurements and sterilizes probe. Prepare patients for procedures
and obtains clinical history from the patient including cardiac
related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to
adapt the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic
echocardiograms to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical
interpretation of the echocardiogram. Records statistics and
performs daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its
equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate. Acts as a
resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding
equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient
care. Works closely with cardiac sonographer quality coordinator to
ensure quality processes and protocols are adhered to, and assists
with IAC accreditation activities as delegated. Implements
protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures system
echocardiography standards are implemented and adhered to. KEY
SUCCESS FACTORS Education & Experience requirements (must meet one
of the following): - Associates degree in Cardiac Sonography from
CAAHEP accredited program, or - US military sonographer training
program equivalent to an Associate?s degree, or - Two (2) years of
related sonography experience. Within 6 months from date of hire,
must attempt to be Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
granted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) granted by Cardio
Credentialing International (CCI). Knowledge and ability to apply
complex sonographic principles, instrumentation and techniques.
Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology. Ability explaining the
purpose of the echocardiographic examination to the patient and
answering patients' questions. Knowledge of approved clinical
protocols for each type of cardiovascular ultrasound examinations.
Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary
procedures. Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient
confidentiality and privacy. Ability to interact and communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers,
including other sonographers, physicians, and nurses. Knowledge of
medical terminology. Skilled utilization of computers and medical
equipment. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the
following Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition
Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary
based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION -
Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum
qualification EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION Basic Life Support (BLS)
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer
(RDCS): Reg Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer RDCS or Reg Diagnostic
Medical Sonographer RDMS by the American Registry of Diagnostic
Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Reg Cardiac Sonographer RCS or RVT by
Cardio Credentialing Intl. (CCI) within 6 months of hire.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Grapevine , Cardiac Sonographer 1 PRN, Healthcare , Grapevine, Texas
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