Cardiovascular Sonographer - UH Heart Station - University Hospital

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Responsibilities

Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values

Adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality

Demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards

Performs two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of cardiac and vascular structures using ultrasound equipment to include echocardiography, stress echocardiography (exercise and pharmacologic),transesophageal echocardiography, intraoperative TEE, carotid duplex scan, upper and lower extremity peripheral arterial exam, upper and lower extremity peripheral venous exam, transcranial doppler, deep and superficial venous exams, upper and lower extremity vein mapping, exercise stress, ankle-brachial indices, intraoperative vascular ultrasound

Obtains and records appropriate velocities and calculates measurements according to procedure protocols

Obtains appropriate 2D measurements using equipment measurement tools

Uses independent judgment in recognizing the need to extend the scope of the procedure according to diagnostic findings

Operates and maintain ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal image quality

Adheres to IAC (Intersocietal Accreditation Commission) standards

Optimize imaging parameters and adjust techniques based on patient condition

Assists in maintaining lab accreditation and regulatory readiness

Ensure accurate image acquisition, labeling, and documentation in reading system

Communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members

Provides accurate preliminary reports to physicians on venous studies per department protocols

Provides thorough documentation of all procedures performed including procedure worksheets, patient demographics, and various log books

Recognize and document abnormal findings and ensure timely communication of critical results per policy

Administer ultrasound contrast agents in accordance with facility policy and scope of practice

Administer agitated saline contrast for bubble studies in accordance with facility policy and scope of practice

Accesses the Clinical Information System using a PC

Assists the RN and physician in preparation and discharge of patients having special procedures

Participates in departmental research projects, quality monitoring and statistical Information as assigned

Cleans and monitors equipment, and reports equipment failure/problems to supervisor

Maintains a clean and orderly work area and department

Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict

Cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the unit

Completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements

Utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job

Performs cleaning, inventory control.

Stocking of equipment and supplies

Ensure patient safety, comfort, and proper identification prior to all procedures

Demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to the following patient populations: Adolescent/Athlete, Adult, Geriatric, Bariatric, Pregnant patients

Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone

Responds to overhead pages and digital pages

Responds to electronic message system while on duty

Accesses and accurately maintains electronic medical record

Participates on committees as assigned

Participates in Performance Improvement activities as assigned

Maintains efficient workflow while ensuring high-quality imaging

Supports timely patient throughput to minimize delays in care

Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment

Ability to recognize emergent findings and act appropriately

Works assigned schedule including overtime and call as required

Participate in on-call, weekend, evening, or holiday coverage as required by departmental staffing needs.

Exhibits an acceptable work ethic as evidenced by regular and prompt attendance, as well as following all timekeeping/clocking policies.

Utilizes proper body mechanics when moving positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety and when moving equipment/supplies necessary to performing essential functions.

Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements

Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards

Regular and prompt attendance

Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required

Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved cardiac or vascular ultrasound training program from an accredited institution, or 2 years of cardiac or vascular ultrasound experience Required

ARDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (AE) Upon Hire Required or

RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Upon Hire Required and

RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within 180 Days Required or

RVS - Registered Vascular Sonographer with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 180 Days Required

Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.