Cardiac Sonographer-Fulltime Days

Performs all aspects and modalities of Cardiac Sonography and Cardiac Diagnostics to Health System patients per department guidelines. Maintains and completes appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records. Major Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.

The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Performs cardiac sonography, electrocardiography, and treadmill stress test per departmental guidelinesPerforms diagnostic procedures per department guidelinesAssesses patient condition and evaluates cardiac diagnostics appropriately so recommendations can be made when necessary and established protocols are followedInitiates and maintains monitoring equipmentFiles paperwork and schedules appointments for department as neededKnowledgeable in the use of equipment and treatment modalities for patients of all agesCharges for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX systemOther duties as assigned Minimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training: High school diploma or equivalent requiredBCLS certified by the American Heart AssociationCredentialed by the (CCI) Cardiovascular Credentialing International or (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Cardiac SonographyWork

1 year of cardiac sonography experienceOther cardiac diagnostic experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Understanding of medical terminology and current cardiopulmonary modalitiesAbility to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guestsKnowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) in order to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staffPhysical

Moderate physical exertion, up to 30% of the time, with ability to lift up to 50 lbsNormal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilationMental/Visual

More than 65% of time requires concentration and close attention to detailRequired Licenses and CertificationsRCS - Cardiovascular Credentialing InternationalCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity