Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonographer (UAMS Fort Smith)
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Job Location:
Fort Smith, AR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department:
ICE CVSL Non-Invasive Lab OP C
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Summary of Job Duties:
Join the UAMS Fort Smith Outreach Clinical team as a Cardiac Echo Technician where you will play a vital role in performing diagnostic echocardiograms and ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures. Your role is to explain the procedure to patients obtain medical histories and ensure patient comfort during the test. As the Cardiac Echo Technician you will follow safety protocols and procedures to protect patients and yourself from potential hazards associated with ultrasound imaging. This is a PRN position required to meet the clinics staffing needs.Help us advance patient care and make a difference in the lives of those we serve Apply today!
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma
Graduation from an accredited Medical Sonography Program.
Cardiac ultrasound experience including treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing preferred.
Prefer Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). Must be registry eligible. Must complete registration within one year of employment.
Current BLS required.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Technical Expertise: Skilled in performing echocardiograms with advanced imaging techniques; knowledge of cardiac diseases and pathology.
Clinical Skills: Competent in initiating IV access administering contrast agents and monitoring patients during procedures.
Documentation and Compliance: Experienced with EPIC and CNL documentation guidelines; accurate in billing and coding.
Communication and Patient Care: Strong interpersonal skills for explaining procedures and ensuring patient comfort; ability to collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams.
Safety and Protocol Adherence: Committed to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality imaging standards.
Additional Information:
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Preparation and Communication:
Explain procedures to patients and obtain their medical histories.
Ensure patient comfort and safety during all tests.
Echocardiogram Procedures:
Conduct transthoracic treadmill exercise and pharmacological stress echocardiograms using advanced techniques such as M-Mode 2D Doppler Color Flow Spectral Doppler and bubble studies.
Assist physicians with procedures and examinations including transesophageal studies patient monitoring and ultrasound equipment operation.
Perform online and offline measurements calculations and velocities of acquired images.
Contrast Administration:
Initiate IV access as needed following UAMS policies and procedures.
Administer contrast agents (e.g. perflutren or bubble) in compliance with UAMS guidelines and document usage for performance improvement tracking.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Recognize and report critical findings to the reading cardiologist immediately.
Identify distinct types of cardiac diseases and pathology.
Documentation and Compliance:
Accurately complete billing and coding for performed procedures.
Document patient information and procedures in EPIC following CNL guidelines.
Salary Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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Benefits Eligible:
No
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
