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Lead Cardiac Sonographer - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days - Sign On Bonus Offered

Quick overview

The Lead Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing echocardiography procedures and providing leadership and clinical oversight in the echocardiography department. They ensure efficient patient flow and maintain quality standards while mentoring junior staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have RDCS or RCS certification and 3-5 years of experience in echocardiography, with a preference for those with a bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience. ACLS and BLS CPR certifications are also preferred.

bachelor degreeClinical OversightCommunicationMentoringProblem SolvingData AnalysisLeadershipPatient CareTrainingRegulatory ComplianceEquipment MaintenanceMedical TerminologyQuality ManagementEchocardiographyStress TestingCardiac Imaging3D Echocardiography

Job description

Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description***This role is eligible for a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus***The Lead Cardiac Sonographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The Lead Cardiac Sonographer functions as an echocardiography technologist under the administrative direction of the Resource Coordinator of echocardiography department.
The sonographer is responsible for learning all the commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department and developing consistent proficiency in performing these procedures.
These procedures include M-mode, two-dimensional, planar Doppler blood flow studies, Exercise and Dobutamine Stress tests, 3D echocardiograpy, as well as the techniques required to calculate measurements of chamber size and value area.In addition to being proficient in all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department, The Senior Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for providing leadership, clinical oversight, and accountability of all related education associated with their specialty area.Responsibilities:Ensures procedures are performed within designated time frames in order to maintain the daily schedule without unnecessary patient waiting time, cancellations and/or reschedules.Learns and applies echocardiograph techniques in order to competently perform all commonly applied procedures in the Cardiac Graphics Laboratory.
Develops proficiency in performing these procedures.Coordinates communications between referring physicians, departmental physicians and staff, nursing units and/or hospital staff to facilitate smooth patient and staff flow, inpatient transportation, scheduling, supply replenishment, equipment repair and problem-solving.Becomes knowledgeable in laboratory protocol, measuring heart chamber size and wall thickness, scanning techniques, preliminary interpretation of M-mode, two-dimensional, planar Doppler flow studies, 3D echo, as well as Stress Echoes.Works as a mentor for Echo Tech I position to ensure proper training with lab protocol.Quality Management Responsibilities Collects and analyzes data to support the measurement and tracking components of quality management.Participates in formal and informal process improvement and problem solving to enhance the quality of service to customers.Proactively identifies quality issues to be addressed and brings to the attention of the Manager, Resource Coordinator and Medical Director as appropriate.Ensures the continuity of care through effective interactions with other departmentsMentors and participates in staff orientation as appropriate; functions as a role model for all department staff.Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff throughout the department.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement
401k Matching
Loan Forgiveness
Lifecycle Benefits

Additional Functions Demonstrates ongoing commitment to learning color flow mapping and newer procedures and masters these procedures within acceptable time frames.Fulfills reading requirements associated with procedures to ensure better understanding of purpose of procedures and how to conduct preliminary interpretations of procedure results.Provides clinical expertise and assists in education of department staff and physician trainees (i.e. fellows) as part of their formal training; participates in staff evaluations as warrantedAssumes a lead role within daily operations of the department, assisting in ensuring that all patients are treated in a safe and timely manner.
Assists the Manager and Resource Coordinator in problem solving as warrantedReport incidences of equipment failure, irregularities in equipment performance, and equipment in disrepair to supervisory and/or quality control personnel as soon as possibleActs as a role model in promotion of NMH "Patients First" Mission and Best People initiative.Carries out Safety and Regulatory requirements necessary at NMH.Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired: RDCS or RCS3-5 years of experience performing Echocardiography examsPreferred: Experience with medical terminology as well as biomedical devices5-7 years of experience performing Echocardiography examsBachelors degree in health science fieldACLS and BLS CPR #INDCAdditional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers.
If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.
Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

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