What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer position at CommonSpirit Health?
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Mercy Gilbert Medical Center is a 197 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Gilbert, Arizona. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
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Responsibilities
JOIN US NOW as we are seeking a dynamic CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER who is passionate about the health and well-being of our patients to provide excellent quality care while assisting with Cardiac procedures for patients at Chandler Regional Medical Center.
- Explains procedure to patient and/or family prior to and during examination
- Obtains clinical history relevant to examination and consult with referring physician regarding appropriate ultrasonic procedure.
- Selects proper controls on machine, calibrates machine, and performs Echocardiography examination of diagnostic quality, visualizing and documenting as many cardiac structures as possible.
- Utilizes ancillary devices (i.e.: cameras, video records, etc.) to obtain permanent record of examination.
- Keeps equipment in good operating condition, must have the ability to detect instrument malfunctions. Inspects and ensures proper maintenance and makes minor maintenance adjustments or reports the need for major repairs.
- Selects tracings for Cardiologist interpretation. Tracings will be measured and calculated prior to submission to Cardiologist for interpretation.
- Maintains department records, including patient charts, files, tapes, etc., as well as departmental statistical information.
- Notifies Cardiologist of test(s) to be interpreted in a timely manner. Assists in maintaining 24-hour interpretation turn-around time. Notifies Cardiologist of any unusual or possibly-abnormal tracing that, in the technologist's opinion, may need immediate attention.
- Assists in other Cardiology procedures as needed.
- Takes call as needed for departmental coverage.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma/GED or Higher Education and completion of an Echocardiography Program
American Heart Association-issued BLS card
ARDMS/RDCS or CCI/RCS required
3 years of experience
PREFERRED:
Pediatric and Structural heart experience
Salary : $18,000