Sonographer 1-Echocardiology

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

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About The Position

The Sonographer 1-Echocardiography is a licensed sonographer working under the direct supervision of a credentialed staff Sonographer Echocardiography or Cardiologist. Performs designated direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate qualify patient-centered care. Prepares the patients, equipment, and supplies prior to exams. Performs the requested cardiac echocardiography examinations as prescribed in protocol. Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a manner that supports excellence in safe patient care and professionalism. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited cardiac ultrasound program.
• Able to read, write legibly, speak in English with professional quality
• Use computer, printer, fax, software programs necessary to the position
• Troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment
• Perform technical patient care activities.
• Able to communicate in English, relate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
• Be assertive and consistent in following and or enforcing policies
• Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
• Lead, supervise, teach and collaborate
• Accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, in person, in writing, and on the telephone
• Think critically
• Perform basic math function
• Manage multiple assignments effectively
• Organize and prioritize workload
• Work well under pressure
• Problem solve
• Recall information
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Uses independent judgment and initiative.
• Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with workplace/patient care
• See adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to the position
• Discern temperature variances through touch.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in appropriate sub-specialty of department placement (adult echocardiology or pediatric echocardiology) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) credentialing board in appropriate sub-specialty of department placement (adult echocardiology or pediatric echocardiology) required.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of direct echocardiography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs designated direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate qualify patient-centered care.
• Prepares the patients, equipment, and supplies prior to exams.
• Performs the requested cardiac echocardiography examinations as prescribed in protocol.
• Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a manner that supports excellence in safe patient care and professionalism.
• Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed