Cardiac Sonographer Sr
Cardiac Sonographer Sr
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Job Description
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology research and familyfriendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140year legacy of excellence kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
Performs echocardiographic studies within the complete spectrum of diagnoses seen in congenital and pediatric heart disease as well as adult echocardiography with minimal supervision. The sonographer must demonstrate the ability to continuously integrate the image and Doppler data to be able to evaluate unusual findings particularly with respect to congenital heart disease so that a complete diagnostic study can be obtained. This requires that the sonographer have an extensive understanding of congenital and unusual forms of noncongenital heart disease.
Performs advanced imaging including strain and 3D.
Demonstrates the clinical judgment to recognize and triage an emergent situation appropriately such as calling for immediate review before study completion.
Demonstrates competency with all aspects of the ultrasound equipment with the ability to obtain optimal imaging and Doppler data and perform complete data analysis. The sonographer must be familiar with the use of all possible acoustic windows and be comfortable dealing with technically difficult studies whether due to lack of patient cooperation or difficult access.
Must be knowledgeable and experienced with ECMO procedure to assist with bedside ECMO weens and catheter placement.
Performs stress echocardiograms.
Performs the technical components of transesophageal intracardiac echocardiography or other special procedures.
Supervises and teaches other sonographers and pediatric cardiology fellows.
Provides written communication for use by divisional cardiologists only with the understanding that this does not constitute an official report.
Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection high level disinfection and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
Participates in outreach and on call duties.
On a rotating basis is responsible for assigned duties.
Participates in lab maintenance job rotations as assigned.
Participates in lab teaching operational and quality assurance meetings.
Participates in national conferences and IAC meetings.
Participates in the logging and billing of procedures
Participates in research projects as assigned.
Additional job duties if in role of Research Cardiac Sonographer:
Perform pediatric cardiovascular 2D mmode and Doppler studies for research protocols.
Help physicians edit and prepare research samples for presentations conferences and lectures.
Assist with coordination and scheduling of research echoes.
Enter echo data in study spreadsheet.
Provide copies of research echoes and coordinate data pickup with research coordinator.
Responsible for administrative tracking of progress in all research protocols.
Communicates issues related to echo research with the Medical Director.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Registered as ARDMS and/or CCI cardiac sonographer in Pediatric Echocardiography with the equivalent of 3 years fulltime pediatric clinical experience. (REQUIRED)
Grandfather status to current incumbents. Registry in Adult Echocardiography advantageous but not required. If CCI registered ARDMS certification is expected to be obtained in the first year of employment.
Basic Life Support Certification required.
Ability to maneuver a 450pound ultrasound machine throughout the hospital.
Ability to effectively communicate with hospital/department staff and parents/patients.
Ability to travel to outreach sites and provide 24hour oncall coverage is required.
Background in statistical measures preferred if in role of Research Sonographer.
Education
Bachelors Degree: Diagnostic Medical SonographyPay Range
$37.00$60.50 HourlyAt Lurie Childrens we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity reflecting individual contributions experience and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary Lurie Childrens offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees leadership incentivesfor select roles health and retirement benefits and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation consult your recruiter or click the followinglink to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5 employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Childrens facilities
Discount purchasing program
Theres a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Childrens we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds skills and viewpoints recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly appreciate differences and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Childrens and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ancestry age disability marital status pregnancy protected veteran status order of protection status protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
