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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Echosonographer - Per Diem
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$62,955 / year median in Pennsylvania
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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Rotating (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview This PRN role performs various modalities of cardiac ultrasound including transthoracic echo, stress echo, and assistance in transesophageal echo. This role is also accountable for the preparation of preliminary interpretation reports, billing procedures, study transmittal and coverage of satellite sites. This role demonstrates advanced knowledge of pediatric echo and a higher level of ability, performance and competencies. What you will do Perform echocardiograms in accordance with lab standards while meeting daily volume expectations. Responds to emergent exams is a timely manner. Follows department workflows for reporting, billing and standard daily performance. Ensures patient care is provided in clean, safe, quiet, and secure environment. Renders excellent patient care to patients and families. All hospital related interactions are courteous and confidential and in accordance with HIPPAA regulations. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to deliver developmental and age-appropriate care to patients. Participates in staff meetings, research studies, quality assurance activities and working groups. Cooperates and assists in obtaining institutional, divisional and departmental initiatives and goals. Assists in the teaching of students, fellows and new technicians. Follows the policies, procedures and cost-control standards of the hospital as well as department specific policies and procedures. May be asked to travel to other locations Education Qualifications High School Diploma / GED Required Experience Qualifications At least two (2) years pediatric echocardiography experience Required At least five (5) years pediatric echocardiography experience Preferred Licenses and Certifications Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE)- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- within 12 months
- Required or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer in Adult Echocardiography (RDCS-AE)
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- within 12 months
- Required or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- within 12 months
- Required or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS)
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- within 12 months
- Required Skills and Abilities Advanced knowledge of the principles of ultrasound physics and instrumentation of ultrasound systems.
EEO / VEVRAA
Federal Contractor | Tobacco StatementSALARY RANGE
$44.25- $56.45 Hourly Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
- At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.