Cardiovascular Sonographer - Cath Lab Ultrasound

2h2 hours ago

Memorial Health System

Marietta, US · Full-time · $70,000 – $95,000

About this role

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Cardiovascular Sonographer operates ultrasound equipment to obtain cardiovascular diagnostic images. Assists in interpretation of ultrasound images. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Provides a sonographer's impression and maintains adequate stock of supplies by checking inventory regularly. Enters orders correctly and properly utilizes multiple computer systems including Meditech, Chartmaxx, iSite, and Merge. With appropriate education, training and validation, uses proper technique for intravenous line insertion, administers Definity and discontinues lines according to protocol.

Assists with the rotation of diagnostic imaging students in the Cardiovascular Lab. Requires 75% attendance at monthly department meetings and Cardiovascular QA meetings for both Cardio (Echo) Lab and Vascular Lab. Works with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Maintains compliance in RQI and assumes all other duties as necessary. Demonstrates knowledge and skills for care appropriate to patient ages served. Shows critical thinking, decisive judgment, excellent interpersonal skills and effective listening.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Sonography Program
New graduate or documented experience working within Cardio (echo) Lab or Vascular Lab
Registered Cardiac Diagnostic Sonographer (RDCS) certification through ARDMS within 1 year
RVT certification within 2 years of employment
Non-certified role offered for maximum of two years while working toward certification
BLS required
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision in fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain cardiovascular diagnostic images
Assist in interpretation of ultrasound images
Provide a sonographer's impression
Maintain adequate stock of supplies by checking inventory regularly
Assist with the rotation of diagnostic imaging students in the Cardiovascular Lab
Attend 75% of monthly department meetings and Cardiovascular QA meetings
Enter orders correctly and utilize multiple computer systems (Meditech, Chartmaxx, iSite, Merge)
With training, insert intravenous lines, administer Definity and discontinue lines per protocol