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    Cardiac Sonographer Student - Columbus, United States - Nationwide Children's Hospital

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    Cardiac Sonographer Student

    The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Student works under direct supervision to obtain hand's-on clinical training and experience, achieving the knowledge and techniques necessary to perform Echocardiography. The student learns and operates various types of imaging machines, participates in didactic lessons, and proactively obtains learning opportunities. Students will be routinely evaluated with continuous feedback and direction. Must be willing to commit to NCH for the duration of 16 months for classroom and clinical education component. Following completion of certificate, employee must commit to Full-Time employment at NCH Heart Center for 2 years.


    The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.

    Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.

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    Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.

    Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.



    • Performs a minimum of 100 transthoracic echocardiograms within the initial 16-months of the program according to the requirements set by the Nationwide Children's Echo Lab protocols with direct supervision.

    • Maintains effective learning and training attitude in course work and clinical work. Utilizes learning opportunities that continually improve knowledge base and technical skills.

    • Obtains a basic understanding of congenital heart disease, cath lab interventions, surgical repairs, and complications which lead to the acquisition of high quality and diagnostic images. Performs EKG's, applies Heart Monitors, and performs Exercise Stress Testing.

    • Generates the ability to complete preliminary reports in reporting system. Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.

    • Attends and participates in Echo conferences, staff meetings and Echo Quality Improvement meetings.


    Education Requirement:

    • Bachelor's degree in an applied science or Associates degree in a healthcare related field.

    • Completion of (or incorporate concurrently with other coursework) prerequisite coursework with a grade C or above in: Anatomy and Physiology, Communication (English, Speech, Composition Course), or Physics (preferred by not required).

    • Upon completion of the classwork and clinical experiences, the student will be prepared to apply for and actively pursue achieving registration in Adult Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Achieve passing scores on the ARDMS Sonographic Physics & Instrumentation (SPI) Examination (taken at the end of Autumn Semester) and the ARDMS RDCS Adult Echocardiography (AE) Examination (taken at the end of 2nd Spring Semester).

    • Must be actively registered in Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within two years of initial adult registry date.

    • Completes the following coursework though Central Ohio Technical College: o Echo Techniques Scan Lab; Survey of Echo; Fetal Echocardiography; Sonographic Physics & Instrumentation I and II; Echocardiography I and II; Pediatric Echocardiography and Lab.

    Licensure Requirement: Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

    Certifications: Certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation must be maintained.

    Skills:

    • Flexibility and adaptability skills to accept and support change in a positive manner.

    • Professionalism skills to maintain standards, set goals, and participate in activities.

    Experience:

    • Must have been employed by Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) for a minimum of 1 year and in good standing with current manager.

    • Must have completed 8 hours of shadow experience(s) with a registered Sonographer currently employed by (NCH).

    • Must be eligible for Tuition Reimbursement through NCH.

    The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

    OCCASIONALLY: 1-33% OF THE TIME (0.5 TO 2.5 HOURS) Bend/twist Squat/kneel Climb stairs/ladders Flexing/extending of neck Reaching above shoulder Lifting/carrying up to 50 Lbs. Blood and/or bodily fluids Communicable Diseases and/or pathogens Chemicals/medications Exposure to fumes/gases/ vapors Loud noises Working outdoors Hot/cold temperatures FREQUENTLY: 34-66% OF THE TIME (2.6 TO 5.0 HOURS) Standing Walking Sitting Computer skills Driving motor vehicle (work required) Lifting/carrying up to 100 Lbs. or greater/may need assistance Patient equipment CONTINUOUSLY: 67-100% OF THE TIME (5.1 TO 12 HOURS OR GREATER) Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning Repetitive hand/arm usage Audible speech Hearing acuity Depth perception Color vision Peripheral vision Seeing- far/near Problem solving skills Decision making skills Interpreting data skills Machinery



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