Cardiac Sonographer I

Company: Sutter Health
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: September 25, 2022

Job Description:

Organization:SEBMF-East Bay Medical FoundationPosition Overview: -Performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with policies, values and mission of the organization. Responsible for commonly performed echocardiography procedures with consistent proficiency.

Procedures include:
- two dimensional transthoracic echocardiograms
- exercise/dobutamine stress echocardiograms
- agitated saline (bubble) studies
- UEA (ultrasound enhancing agent) echocardiograms

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.Job Description:EDUCATIONEquivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.Other: Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.CERTIFICATION & LICENSURERCS-Registered Cardiac SonographerAEC-Adult Echocardiography CertificationBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEGeneral knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment.Capable of performing routine cardiac sonographic examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.Good time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlineBasic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).Work under close supervision or within clearly defined procedures to complete assignments within established timeframes.Use existing procedures to identify and solve routine or standard problems.Ensure the privacy of each patient's PHI.Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. -Job Shift:DaysSchedule:Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:NoneBenefits:NoUnions:NoPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:1Employee Status:Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:1Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Schedule/Shift: Per Diem/Casual/ Days

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