Cardiac Sonographer

Job Summary:

• Demonstrates competence in delivering pre-procedure and post-procedure patient care including but not limited to patient assessment pre- and post-procedure care and, emergency cardiac care (CPR is required).
• Additionally, assistance with post-procedure transport may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensures equipment is calibrated and properly maintained on a daily basis.
• Performs and records all equipment maintenance and quality assurance monitoring.
• Troubleshoots and identifies any equipment problems and reports to appropriate supervisor.
• Generates ultrasound images of the heart and/or vascular related structures.
• May perform staff training and education.
• Monitors and records patient information and maintains report storage and data systems. Compiles and enters data necessary for charge entry and prepares reports.
• Also responsible for retrieval of stored information and reports from the automated storage system.
• Prepares procedure room and equipment for daily use and is responsible for timely and efficient room preparation between procedures.

Required Education:

• Accredited Associate’s Degree in Sonography, Radiology or a related field.
• Completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program.

Required Certifications & Licensure:
One of the following is required:

• RDCS certified through ARDMS.
• RCS, Client and RCCS certified through CCI.

Required Skills & Experience:

• CPR.