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Cardiac Sonographer

Cleveland Clinic

#BLS #Quality Control #Safety Standards #Patient Care #Healthcare #Diagnostic Imaging #Cardiovascular #Ultrasound #Medical Equipment

Quick overview

Perform diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures using ultrasound equipment to assess heart structures and hemodynamics. Assist physicians in diagnosing cardiovascular diseases and perform imaging during stress tests and surgical procedures.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Sonography, Vascular Technology, or Exercise Science, or completion of a cardiac ultrasound program. Must hold BLS certification and obtain RDCS or RCS credentials within one year of hire.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateBasic Life SupportEchocardiographyPatient careQuality controlM-modeSafety standardsHemodynamicsAnatomy and physiologyMedical imagingDiagnostic ultrasoundCardiac sonographyStress echocardiogram2D imagingDoppler calculations

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Cardiac Sonographer Location Mayfield Hts Facility Hillcrest Hospital Department Pulmonary Function Testing-Hillcrest Hospital Job Code D24012 Shift Days Schedule 7:00am-3:30am/8:00am-4:30pm Job Summary Job Details *This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000
Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career. Cardiac Sonographers use sophisticated diagnostic ultrasound equipment to produce dynamic real-time imaging of the heart's chambers, walls, valves and great vessels to assist the physician in diagnosing cardiovascular disease. Cardiac Sonographers complete important tasks, such as acquiring information related to the heart's anatomy and physiology, evaluating acquired and congenital cardiac abnormalities and associated complications, evaluating narrowed or leaking heart valves, looking for causes of murmurs, chest pain, shortness of breath, tracking and evaluating chronic heart conditions, acquiring images during a stress echocardiogram and assisting with image acquisition in the operating room for valve or device implantation. A caregiver in this role works days from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., with a weekend and call rotation that includes approximately seven on-call weeks per year (one week at a time), one weekend per month, and about a half-day of holiday coverage consisting of one major and one minor holiday each year. This position supports multiple sites across the Eastern Region, with coverage at Marymount, South Pointe, Euclid, and Hillcrest based on volume and operational needs. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform diagnostic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Set up and adjust all equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams. Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures. Perform routine and complex studies and assist physicians in a variety of imaging procedures. Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor's Degree in Sonography, Vascular Technology or Exercise Science OR graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (18-month program) OR two years of full-time echo experience Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross New hires must obtain the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from Cardiac Credentialing International within one year of hire date Demonstrated knowledge of m-mode, 2D and doppler calculations and cardiac hemodynamics Familiar with computers and ability to learn related programs Physical Requirements: Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time; must lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to assist with transport of patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs. Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries. For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home. Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.

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