Cardiac Sonographer, Per Diem
Cardiac Sonographer, Per Diem
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$ 33 - 51
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Job Description
Hourly Pay Range:
$33.35 - $51.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidates expertise and years of experience among other factors.Cardiac Sonographer
Position Highlights:
- Position: Cardiac Sonographer
- Location: Northwest Community Hospital Arlington Heights IL.
- Part Time: Per Diem
- Hours: Days Rotating Shifts Monday Friday (7am 5pm) Rotating weekends (6:30a-3pm)
- On-Call Shift: Rotate Every 7 weeks
What you will do:
Reporting to the Cardiac Services Manager performs non-invasive ultrasound scans of the patients heart to assist physicians in the diagnosis of medical disorders; monitors patients condition; maintains area equipment and supplies.
- Performs cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to NCH protocol assigned by the supervisor including stress echos dobutamine stress echos transesophegal echos and 2-D echo with color flow and spectral Doppler; operates stationary and portable ultrasound units performing all tests in a timely manner. Properly disinfects equipment and transducers per established guidelines. Coordinates testing with other departments to promote throughput and decrease length of stay. Responds to all stat echocardiogram procedures in a timely manner including on-call situations.
- Performs pediatric echos as ordered and communicates with imaging staff at Luries in a clear efficient manner. Facilitates notification process and works collaboratively with NCH pediatric nursing floor staff physicians and Luries to coordinate prompt testing.
- Explains examination procedures to patient and family/caregiver and provides necessary instructions and guidance throughout testing. Assists patients from wheelchairs and stretchers on and off the examining table; ensures that patient is properly covered for the exam.
- Monitors patients condition frequently while in the cardiac diagnostic area and reports any critical changes in the patients condition to the appropriate personnel.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess treat and care for all age groups of patients (neonatal through geriatric); implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Involves family/guardian in plan of care and conducts patient and family education as appropriate considering the developmental needs of the patient.
- Ability to explain and perform LV enhancement imaging on appropriate patients and capable to differentiate when it is appropriate to use an Image enhancing Agent. Chart/charge for test properly in EMR according to department policy and protocol.
- Enters all patient demographic information into ultrasound machine selecting appropriate study type i.e. DSE Stress Complete Limited. Stores all required images and transmits study to reporting and long-term archiving systems. Troubles shoots equipment problems and initiates service calls promptly to promote quick resolution.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and understands the use of Image Enhancing Agent and is competent to administer as needed per departments policies.
- Completes all orders in the electronic patient record to facilitate accurate billing. Records all studies in appropriate logbook.
- Schedules all inpatients into the daily schedule utilizing the computerized scheduling program.
- Maintains equipment and accessories; cleaning daily; wipes down probe after each use; reports all broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. Maintains organization and cleanliness in the cardiac diagnostic area; orders supplies or cleaning service as needed. Maintains organization and cleanliness in the cardiac diagnostic area; orders supplies or cleaning service as needed.
- Assists in the training of technologists and interns.
- Responsible with other technologists to self-schedule ensuring all shifts are covered. Shares on-call responsibilities with other technologists.
- Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by attending Continuing Education classes seminars and/or conferences and by reading professional journals.
- Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards policies and procedures. Follows all NCH standards in protecting patient information at all times.
What you will need:
- Education: Current registration in Cardiac Sonographer/Echo RDCS RCS or registry eligible.
- Certification: Current CPR certification.
- Experience: Previous cardiac experience with neonates and pediatrics preferred.
Benefits:
- Premium pay for eligible employees
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical Dental and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
- Visa Sponsorship Available (Nursing and Lab roles)
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality vibrant community-connected care serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25000 team members and more than 6000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals Edward (Naperville) Elmhurst Evanston Glenbrook (Glenview) Highland Park Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information visit .
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Employment Type
Part-Time
