Cardiac Sonographer 2
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Woodway
Posted on: April 5, 2021
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY PRN VARIABLE SHIFTS The Cardiac Sonographer 2
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 adherence to quality processes and protocols, and assists
with ICAEL accreditation activities as delegated. Implements
protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures implementation and
adherence to system echocardiography standards. 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. 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 levelQUALIFICATIONS- 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): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.  Registered
Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS),
Registered Vascular Sonographe (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech
(RVT): Must have one of the following within 6 months of hire or
transferRCS or RDCS through ARDMS or RCS or RVT through CCI.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Waco , Cardiac Sonographer 2, Healthcare , Woodway, Texas
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