Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient

@ Cone Health

Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient

Burlington, NC

Posted 5 days ago

About the job

Join our healthcare team as a Cardiac Sonographer. Perform diagnostic ultrasounds, analyze results, and collaborate with cardiologists to deliver quality cardiac care. Certification and experience required. Focus on patient safety and accurate diagnostics.

Requirements

Ultrasound training program
Experience in Healthcare
Patient communication skills

Qualifications

High School Diploma
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
BLS (CPR) certification

Full job description

Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient performs cardiac ultrasound procedures under supervision of the department supervisor. The position delivers exceptional customer service through prioritization of patient safety, preferences, and effective communication. The role partners with patients, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders to deliver accurate cardiac diagnostics, patient-centered care, and optimal outcomes.

Essential Job Function

Performs routine and special exams consistent with established protocols with good diagnostic quality.
Analyzes test data and accurately communicates findings to reading cardiologists to aid in proper diagnosis and treatment planning and ensure seamless collaboration between the sonographer and cardiologists.
Operates, troubleshoots, and requests repair of all testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results and promote patient safety and efficient workflow.
Maintains professional and CPR certification to adhere to industry standards and ensure readiness to respond to any cardiac emergencies that may arise.
Administers image enhancing agent as ordered to optimize quality of echocardiogram.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Required: 0-1 years in Healthcare- Ultrasound Training program

Licensure/Certification/Listing

Required: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing International (CCI); BLS (CPR)- American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare provider

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