Cardiac Sonographer

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Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness Position Overview: Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values and mission of the organization. Responsible for all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence.

In addition to those performed by the Cardiac Sonographer performs:

• Transesophageal echocardiograms with or without three dimensional imaging
• Intra operative transesophageal echocardiograms
• Structural Heart Procedures in the cardiac Cath lab
• complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms

May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department

SIGN ON BONUS: $10,000. Available to external candidates in accordance with the Sutter Health policy Job Description: Cardiac Sonographer I:

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer

OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

OR ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

General knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment.

Capable of performing routine cardiac sonographic examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Good time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline

Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Work under close supervision or within clearly defined procedures to complete assignments within established timeframes.

Use existing procedures to identify and solve routine or standard problems.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

Builds and collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Cardiac Sonographer II:

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.

OR Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent education that meets the credentialing requirement pathway

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer

OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline

Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift: Day/Evening/Night Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Sunday Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $71.98 to $100.77 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.