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- High School Diploma or GED required or the equivalent (GED).
- Bachelor's degree in Science preferred.
- Experience preferred, but not required.
- ARDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or Cardiovascular Tech.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.
- Basic understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics and pathophysiology.
- Current knowledge of skills in the area of Echocardiography.
- Must be able to remain calm and function in stressful and emergency situations and in different work settings(Echo lab, special procedures lab, operating room).
- Coordinates and directs all of the activities associated with the Echo Lab in the Technical Director's absence.
- Performs 2D, Doppler, M-mode, color flow mapping, exercise and Dobutamine echos in order to produce accurate and appropriate anatomic and physiologic information for physician's review.
- Prepares preliminary interpretation and/or interpretative review of the examination to provide input in the evaluation of the data and to contribute relevant technical information.
- Obtains pertinent clinical information from the patient, referring physician or patient's record in order to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic information.
- Explains non-invasive diagnostic procedures to the patient.
- Prepares appropriate billing for each patient (CPT/ICD-9).
- Receives telephone calls, patients and visitors skillfully and handles with efficiently.
- Maintains standards for patient safety and infection control for the Echo Lab.
- Provides training in the proper function of the ultrasound systems, performance of transthoracic echocardiograms, procedures and processes of the Echo Lab.
- Assures upkeep of equipment and initiates requests for supplies and equipment repairs.
- Reviews final reports for accuracy and completeness before filing.
- Attends Non-Invasive Cardiology Conference and assigned reading sessions.
- Exemplifies Guest and Staff Relations standards in all activities.
- Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.
Cardiac Sonographer - Washington, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH
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Schedule: 4–10-hour days, Monday through Friday 7:00am-5:30pm with rotating weekends
The cardiac sonographer, with specialized education and experience in the medical and technical aspects of diagnostic cardiac sonography, is qualified to perform Echocardiography examinations under routine supervision. The cardiac sonographer facilitates the operational activities of the These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.
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