Cardiac Sonographer – Staff Position Available In Gaston, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Cardiac Sonographer - Staff at CaroMont Health in Belmont, NC, is responsible for obtaining echocardiographic images according to industry standards, covering on-call responsibilities, and displaying core competencies in echocardiography. Qualifications include a HS Diploma or GED with RDCS or RCS certification, considerable knowledge of cardiac anatomy, and effective communication skills. The position is full-time, with a schedule from 0700-1730. BLS certification is required.
Job Description
Cardiac Sonographer – Staff 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 1000 Caromont Parkway, Belmont, NC 28012
Job Summary :
Obtains appropriate echocardiographic images according to the Medical and Technical Directors and industry standards, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color flow Doppler, Strain, Transesophageal Echo, echo enhancement, and bubble studies. Covers on-call responsibilities and weekend rotations as defined by clinical location.
Core Competencies:
The Cardiac Sonographer Staff will display and maintain competencies to perform all core competencies as defined by clinical location for the Echocardiography Lab, which may include transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), Strain, ultrasound enhancing agents (UEA), bubble studies, routine transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE per protocol), and TEE cardioversion.
Qualifications:
HS Diploma or GED with RDCS or RCS required- or – Completion of a formal training program and must obtain
RDCS/RCS
within 1 year of employment. Completion of an approved adult echocardiography training program is preferred. Considerable knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Considerable knowledge of appropriate equipment operations, applications, and scanning techniques resulting in optimized diagnostic data. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills, accepts constructive feedback, and proactively asks for peer assistance when applicable. Demonstrates effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Ability to deal tactfully with patients, physicians, and other hospital staff. Must be able to problem solve, prioritize, handle emergencies, and efficiently produce quality echocardiograms. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. BLS required.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Location:
CaroMont Health •
CRMC Belmont-Echocardiography Schedule:
Full Time, 0700-1730
