Description

American Traveler is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer for a Non-Invasive Cardiology position requiring 3+ years experience and Level I Trauma experience

Details

• Non-Invasive Cardiology setting performing cardiac ultrasound services for adult patients
• Performs transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms to diagnose and assess cardiac abnormalities
• May assist physicians in procedure rooms and operating rooms during complex cardiac procedures
• 5x8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years working experience as a Cardiac Sonographer
• Level I Trauma experience required
• BLS certification (AHA only) required
• RCS or RDCS certification required
• Active TX license required if applicable
• Must be independent and self-sufficient
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and sonographic principles
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include preparing equipment, prepping patients, explaining procedures, reviewing images, and reporting findings
• Analyzes patient clinical history to determine appropriate scope of examination
• Assists in transesophageal studies including probe sterilization and measurement calculations
• Acts as a resource to staff, physicians, and students on equipment, techniques, and procedures
• Works with quality coordinator on protocols and IAC accreditation activities
• Scrubs must be any solid color with no prints
• Flu shots are mandatory with no exemptions granted, typically required August through November
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Two professional references required