Cardiac Sonographer - Atrium Health Union Sanger Heart & Vascular FT

Department: 36912 Atrium Health Union - Echocardiography

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 1st shift

Career Development: This role does include opportunities for career development/advancement for a Cardiac Sonographer I, II, III, IV.

Sign-on Bonus: This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Based on eligibility.

Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, Transesophageal, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with established protocols.
• Records quality information while performing echocardiographic imaging and following procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Explains procedures and possible side effects to the patient or family members.
• Provides echocardiography service at all necessary locations, portables, working variable shifts, weekends, and providing emergent call coverage as scheduled.
• Operates equipment necessary to perform all required procedures and to obtain optimal diagnostic recording; utilize ancillary devices such as selected transducers, digital networking system, and off-line analysis systems.
• Maintain equipment in working order, making minor adjustments and repairs.
• Performs routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and reports any equipment malfunction to echo lab manager.
• Analyze patient’s medical record to obtain history of symptoms and necessary information for performance of diagnostic procedures.
• Prepares preliminary reports for review and interpretation by Cardiologist.
• Participates in quality improvement activities; evaluates procedure results for technical quality and accuracy; maintains appropriate logs, files, and records.
• Reviews department performance in relation to established goals, implementing changes to affect outcomes.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients, employees and corporation-related activities.
• Instructs students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested.
• Communicates technical and patient care related information according to established processes and timelines.
• Attends Echo Lab Meetings, participates in Echo related conferences through attendance, ensuring continuing education and professional growth.
• Works weekends, holidays and on-call, as needed.
• Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within department.
• Level 4 Cardiac Sonographers have the additional following expectations.
• Troubleshoots issues with EMR and Cardiac PAC system.

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Preferred Education

Associate’s degree preferred. Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program preferred.

Certification / License

Valid Sonography credential registration (ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Must be registered in appropriate cardiology specialties within one year of hire.

Completion of CPR Course – BLS Certification Required.

Preferred Certification / License

ACS and/or RCS through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred.

Experience

One year experience with patients preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, staff, and other Medical Center personnel regarding patient care.
• Ability to communicate with patients of varying age groups.
• Ability to teach and provide instruction and assess quality of other sonographers’ work.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive, effective working relationship with staff and leadership.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and maintain self-control.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Possible exposure to infectious and contagious diseases.
• Potential exposure to risk of blood borne diseases.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements.
• Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Exposure to housekeeping/cleaning agents and chemicals.
• Pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
• Subject to many interruptions.

Our Commitment to You

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.