Advocate Health
Cardiac Sonographer - registry
Advocate Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Major Responsibilities:Performs echocardiograms
Communicates
with the cardiologist on echocardiographic studies discussing and questions
in regard to
each patient study as required.
Correlates
patient diagnosis to assist with scanning focus.
Responsible
for obtaining and recording accurate quality
echocardiogrphic
scans of the heart.
Performs
echocardiographic studies to include evaluating cardiac structures and identifying abnormalities as ordered by the physician for diagnosing heart ailments.
Analyzes
echocardographic
studies by measuring cardiac chambers, was thickness and evaluating cardiac valve function.
Processes
echocardiographic studies in accordance with established departmental and ICAEL standards.
Able
to assist with patient preparation for other
cardiodiagnostic
procedures.
Acceptance
of call coverage assignments.
Provides
psychological support to patients by answering questions and explaining the testing process as needed.
Responds
to request for call-in duty for STAT testing within 30 minutes.
Maintenance of department equipment, documentation, and exam rooms related to echocardiography.
Completes
necessary entries in Cerner to enable accurate ordering,
processing,
and charging of patient services.
Cleans
portable and stationary equipment between patients to maintain a clean patient work environment.
Handles
diagnostic TEE probes with care and follows proper protocol for cleaning and testing after each use.
Maintains
proper functioning of echo cardiography equipment and system
workstations
to ensure availability of material resources.
Maintains
documentation of echo studies performed and oversees retention of the data according to Advocate policy.
Development of self and others
Continually
looks for educational opportunities to enhance own knowledge base.
Is
willing to coach and mentor peers, agency staff and students.
Coordinates
new echocardiographer associate orientation.
Coordinates
educational opportunities for staff by creating presentations or inviting vendors to present.
Quality Improvement initiatives
Assist
medical director, director,
manager
and patient care coordinator in identifying process improvement indicators.
Assists
in monitoring PI indicators and developing PI plans. Participates in case peer review for quality purposes and compliance with ICAEL standards.
Education/Experience Required:Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or The Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiac Sonographer.
Must have at least 5
years' experience
doing echocardiograms.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Computer literacy. High proficiency in math skills.
Must be able to perform adult echocardiograms,
Tee's
and stress
echos
.
Experience with digital sonogram equipment
Maintain registered status with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography by keeping dues current.
Obtain 30 hours of CME in a
three year
cycle.
Current CPR certification is required.
Physical
Requirements and Working Conditions:On-Call duty is required on a rotational basis. Must be able to report to hospital within 30 minutes of call-in. Must be able to meet flexible staffing requirements.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to
lift up
to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Communicates
with the cardiologist on echocardiographic studies discussing and questions
in regard to
each patient study as required.
Correlates
patient diagnosis to assist with scanning focus.
Responsible
for obtaining and recording accurate quality
echocardiogrphic
scans of the heart.
Performs
echocardiographic studies to include evaluating cardiac structures and identifying abnormalities as ordered by the physician for diagnosing heart ailments.
Analyzes
echocardographic
studies by measuring cardiac chambers, was thickness and evaluating cardiac valve function.
Processes
echocardiographic studies in accordance with established departmental and ICAEL standards.
Able
to assist with patient preparation for other
cardiodiagnostic
procedures.
Acceptance
of call coverage assignments.
Provides
psychological support to patients by answering questions and explaining the testing process as needed.
Responds
to request for call-in duty for STAT testing within 30 minutes.
Maintenance of department equipment, documentation, and exam rooms related to echocardiography.
Completes
necessary entries in Cerner to enable accurate ordering,
processing,
and charging of patient services.
Cleans
portable and stationary equipment between patients to maintain a clean patient work environment.
Handles
diagnostic TEE probes with care and follows proper protocol for cleaning and testing after each use.
Maintains
proper functioning of echo cardiography equipment and system
workstations
to ensure availability of material resources.
Maintains
documentation of echo studies performed and oversees retention of the data according to Advocate policy.
Development of self and others
Continually
looks for educational opportunities to enhance own knowledge base.
Is
willing to coach and mentor peers, agency staff and students.
Coordinates
new echocardiographer associate orientation.
Coordinates
educational opportunities for staff by creating presentations or inviting vendors to present.
Quality Improvement initiatives
Assist
medical director, director,
manager
and patient care coordinator in identifying process improvement indicators.
Assists
in monitoring PI indicators and developing PI plans. Participates in case peer review for quality purposes and compliance with ICAEL standards.
Education/Experience Required:Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or The Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiac Sonographer.
Must have at least 5
years' experience
doing echocardiograms.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Computer literacy. High proficiency in math skills.
Must be able to perform adult echocardiograms,
Tee's
and stress
echos
.
Experience with digital sonogram equipment
Maintain registered status with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography by keeping dues current.
Obtain 30 hours of CME in a
three year
cycle.
Current CPR certification is required.
Physical
Requirements and Working Conditions:On-Call duty is required on a rotational basis. Must be able to report to hospital within 30 minutes of call-in. Must be able to meet flexible staffing requirements.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to
lift up
to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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