The sonographer performs complete cardiac ultrasound studies using techniques like M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING, and DOPPLER, acquiring necessary images and measurements according to lab protocols. Responsibilities also include documenting permanent records, writing preliminary interpretations for physician review, and ensuring studies download correctly to the GE server.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have completed at least a two-year accredited Echocardiography program resulting in an associate degree or higher, with one to two years of experience preferred. Required certifications include RDCS or RCS, and candidates must obtain BLS and ACLS certifications within 180 days of starting.
associate degreeACLSElectronic Medical RecordsEpicBLSEchocardiographyDopplerM-ModeReal TimeColor Flow MappingGE ServerGE Reading Station
Job description
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number: R-22323 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Cardiovascular Center HB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America) To perform cardiac ultrasound procedures of a professional level on all patient population serviced by South Shore Health & Educational Corporation other than pediatric patients.
Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient Compensation Pay Range: $42.42 - $57.09 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1 - Performs complete study including M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER. a - Acquires all necessary images and measurements according to lab protocols b - Interprets all techniques giving internal dimensions, wall motion and flow pattern analysis. c - Quantitative abnormal valve areas calculating gradients.
2 - Obtains permanent records of examination. a - Looks up patient information and previous echo exams in the patient's electronic medical records system b - Completes exam documentation and billing info in the patient's electronic medical records 3 - Contributes professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report. a - Writes preliminary interpretation for physician review. b - Informs physician during reading session of any non-conventional views taken.
4 - Stores daily examinations performed. a - Ensures that all studies download correctly to GE server.
5 - Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices. a - Able to utilize GE reading station including burning CD, downloading cases b - Able to utilize Epic (Electronic medical records) c - Able to utilize the electronic method of calling down inpatients in a timely and efficient manner.
6 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a - Practices MD notification of "red values" as described in policy.
JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education At least a (2) two year Echocardiography accredited program including technical and clinical training culminating in an associate degree or higher.
Minimum Work Experience At least (1) one to (2) two years experience preferred Required Certifications RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)) or RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Required Classes/Skills BLS - Basic Life Support (within 180 days after start date) ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 180 days after start date) Required additional Knowledge and Abilities Ability to demonstrate competency in echocardiography.
Must be able to recognize abnormal structure and be able to correlate this information into a useful study.
Must be able to deviate from normal techniques, when necessary, to develop new techniques.
Must be able to utilize ancillary devices, i.e., selected transducers Per diem, as needed Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services.
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