Cardiac Ultrasonographer

The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound. They will utilize high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities while complying with company policies and procedures. Through documentation and oral communication, essential information is shared with professional/technical health care personnel.

Will be responsible for verifying order, charging procedures, working knowledge of PACS system, transport of patients with all necessary paperwork completionSpecific duties include, but are not limited to:Administer high frequency sound waves to a patient to obtain diagnostic exams as ordered by the physician and - consistent with all applicable legal requirements and restrictions- exercise individual thought, judgment and discretion in the performance of the procedure within their scope of practice as defined by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, American Society Radiologic Technologists, and Cardiovascular Credentialing International.

Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment by complying with all company policies and procedures. Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team-oriented approach. Actively participate in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education, as well as annual organizational performance improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and ability to demonstrate competency of US equipment as well as sterile technique. Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patient, family and staff in compliance with HIPAA. Knowledge and ability to demonstrate proficiency of CRMC’s EMR system, as well as PACS and DICOM system for image sharing and interpretation.

Other duties as assigned by leadership. Position

Registered in Echocardiography Ultrasound (RCS) by CCI or ARDMS (RDCS)BLS certified2-3 years of Cardiovascular imaging experience in a fast paced environmentPhysical

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease. More than 50% of the time:Sit, stand, walk.

Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs. See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients. Less than 50% of the time:Stoop, kneel or crawl.

Climb and balance. Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam). Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.