Cardiac Sonographer (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

Position Summary: Perform daily clinical adult cardiac ultrasound diagnostic procedures (echocardiography) assessing basic and advanced cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology creating preliminary reports for interpretation by Qualifications:RequiredAssociate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology from a CAAHEP program or Health Science ProgramAmerican Heart Association BLSCurrent Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Six (6) months of clinical training in cardiac ultrasound or comparable experiencePreferredTwo (2) years of experience in post-graduation cardiac ultrasoundAmerican Heart Association ACLSEssential Job Functions:In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements Bozeman Health policy and other registry routine two-dimensional echo stress echo pharmacological stress echo transesophageal echo and emergent echo procedures in accordance with standard practice requiring the ability to learn and understand required advanced echo techniques such as 3D and strain ultrasound enhancing agents (UEA s) and agitated saline when requested or clinically echocardiography service at all locations needed working variable shifts weekends and providing emergent call coverage as equipment necessary to perform all required procedures. Maintains equipment in working order. Performs routine cleaning preventive maintenance and report any equipment malfunction to biomed team or echo lab patients electronic medical record to obtain patient history reason for exam and any necessary information to perform preliminary reports for review and interpretation by cardiologist including comparison of previous in professional education lab meetings and quality improvement in the reaccreditation process and quality demands of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission of Echocardiography (IAC-Echo).Completes documentation of all information required for proper interpretation reporting archiving and retrieval of Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrates sound judgment patience and maintains a professional demeanor at all timesExercises tact discretion sensitivity and maintains confidentialityPerforms essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environmentLearns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman HealthStrong interpersonal verbal and written communication skillsAnalyzes organizes and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlinesSchedule RequirementsThis role requires regular and sustained position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek including weekends and after-hours -call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational patient or employee RequirementsLifting (Rarely 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects or (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders stairs scaffolding ramps poles and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and (Occasionally): Twisting bending stooping and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting carrying pushing or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder requiring strength and (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward downward or -Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens printed materials and handwritten Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks remember processes maintain focus complete tasks independently and make timely decisions in the context of a (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens such as blood bodily fluids or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products disinfectants and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time) Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time) Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time) Rarely (3% - 1% of the time) Never (0%).The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

Shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm days only Monday-Friday Fridays are required

Specialty Type: Diagnostic Imaging

Sub Specialties: Cardiovascular Technologist

General Certifications : BLS/BCLS

Allied Health Certifications : RDCS

CCI Registry : RCS

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