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This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. Position Highlights: Sign on Bonus: This job qualifies for a $15,000 sign on bonus (New Hire), $10,000 sign on bonus (New Grad) provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements. Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 in Relocation Assistance (for qualified candidates).
Job Responsibility:
Perform pediatric echocardiogram on patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting
Perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, recognizing the limitations of the equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Perform examinations, recognizing a variety of different types of cardiac defects
Perform emergency examinations in the department, intensive care units, other inpatient units, emergency department, cardiac cath lab, and operating room
Perform tests according to standard protocols
tailor the exam to answer the clinical question as appropriate
Review patient’s medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders
Obtains necessary clinical information from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy
Communicate to patient and family members in a timely and thorough manner that enhances the patient experience and promotes learning to understand procedures, symptoms, and to support health care outcomes
Keep appropriate records of the diagnostic tests performed
Communicate pertinent patient information to physicians and appropriate team members including abnormal findings and changes in test results from previous examinations
Request work orders for maintenance of equipment to provide optimal working condition
Order and replace supplies used
Keep exam area and procedure room stocked and clean
Accurately process data needed to complete the report template in the electronic reporting tool
Accurately complete billing for the procedures being completed
Requirements:
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography
Registered in Adult Echocardiography (RDCS_AE) issued by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within one year or the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) issued by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within one year
Must Obtain pediatric registry status within 12 months of hire with either American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDCS_PE, ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCCS, CCI)
Basic Life Support/CPR
Ability to perform pediatric echocardiogram
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of possible techniques, including M-mode, two-dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping
Ability to perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, while recognizing the limitations of equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Ability to recognize and record cardiac pathology in order for the physician to render a diagnosis
Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments
Ability to educate patients and families of safe and appropriate testing
Ability to work both independently and as a care team member
Ability to interact professionally and develop effective relationships
Ability to maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment
Demonstrate flexibility performing tests/scans in a variety of clinical environments
Maintains the required amount of continuing education credits required to maintain registry and/or certification status
What we offer:
Sign on Bonus: $15,000 sign on bonus (New Hire), $10,000 sign on bonus (New Grad)
Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000
Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work
Generous PTO: Accrual starts at up to 25 days/year
Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents
Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions
Education Reimbursement: up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor's degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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