Cardiac Sonographer II ($20,000 Sign-on Bonus)
US-IA-Waterloo
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Req #: 178353
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Cardiology Center - Donald Street, Waterloo, IA Monday-Friday, Days (call 1-2 nights per week, every 4th weekend) Full Time Benefits Eligible Eligible for a $20,000 Sign-on Bonus The Cardiac Sonographer II provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic equipment in accordance with those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience and has demonstrated competency. This position requires application of independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to complete the variety of technical procedures. Responsibilities: Clinical Excellence/Patient Care * Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with clinic policy and procedure for adult patients; inpatient and outpatient status. * Applies cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information and images. * Applies independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and abnormal pathologic findings. * Analyzes sonograms, processes sonographic information and medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate physician. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts the referring physician when required, according to established protocols. Development and Patient Education * Coordinates work schedule with department lead or manager to assure workload coverage. * Assumes responsibility for the safety and the mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the care of the sonographer. * Organizes daily work schedule and performs clerical duties with accuracy. Initiate the billing exam process. * Maintain and recognize malfunctioning equipment, perform minor troubleshooting, and initiate repair service when warranted. Qualifications: Education: * Graduate of an accredited cardiac sonography program. Experience: * Minimum of one (1) year experience in specialty field, i.e., vascular diagnostics or echocardiography. Current registry in either cardiac and/or vascular sonography through the ARDMS/CCI. * Preferred: TEE experience, Pediatric echo experience or certification License/Certifications: * BCLS * Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
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