Clinical Cardiac Sonographer 247748

Details:

• Location: Denver, CO (Floating to multiple locations required)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Direct Hire
• Salary: Up to $105,000 (additional bonus opportunities available)

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Cardiac Imaging, the Cardiac Sonographer is a critical member of the care team. The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for preparing patients and diagnostic equipment for imaging procedures by explaining procedures, performing full transthoracic echocardiography procedures, fielding all member questions, and providing a comfortable setting to the member. The Cardiac Sonographer is also responsible for accurate data entry, assisting physicians in interpreting the data, and ensuring all medical records and clinical systems are up to date.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Obtain optimal quality Echocardiographic data utilizing 2-D imaging, M-Mode, Continuous Wave, Pulsed Wave, and Color Flow Doppler
• Prepare preliminary reports for physician interpretation
• Utilize ultrasound Enhancing Agents according to ASE guidelines, and perform saline contracts studies as needed
• Explain procedures to members so they are well informed regarding the examination and address any of their concerns
• Accurately track and input test data and patient information into clinical systems and medical records
• Maintain and calibrate equipment, as well as monitor quality control, to ensure accurate results
• Utilize knowledge of each member's age-specific needs in performance of duties and responsibilities

Education and Experience:

• All state-level licensures including but not limited to: RDMS, permit for medical imaging, and certifications in basic life support.
• Credentialed as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Minimum two years working as an Imaging Tech