Tenet Healthcare Corporation
Location
Modesto, California
Salary
$39 - $60 / HOUR
The Sonographer performs standard, specialty, and complex adult transthoracic echocardiogram and vascular sonographic procedures without supervision, producing quality studies under various conditions. This role requires demonstrating independent judgment in applying ultrasonic waves for diagnosis and accurately carrying out verbal, written, and electronic instructions.
Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of experience as an Echocardiograph/Vascular Sonographer performing adult and geriatric echocardiograms. Required credentials include current BLS Certification and RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) certification.
Reporting to the Practice Manager of Valley Heart Institute with clinical oversight by the on-site Clinical manager, the Sonographer competently performs a variety of standard, specialty and complex adult transthoracic echocardiogram and vascular sonographic examinations and procedures without supervision; producing quality studies under a variety of conditions. Demonstrates independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasonic waves for cardiac and vascular diagnosis. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Accurately receives instructions verbally, written and electronic, and ensures they are carried out as directed. Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention by or at the request of the cardiologist. Maintains and respects patient's confidentiality. Exercises professional judgment in the performance and delivery of service excellence while maintaining a demeanor complementary to medical and professional code of ethics. Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care.
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