Escorts patient and family from examination to the echocardiography room and back to the examination room at completion of study.
Explains procedure to patient and family prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperations and optimum test results without discussing the clinical findings of the exam.
Follows the accredited laboratory protocol for obtaining an echocardiogram utilizing two-dimensional images, m-Mode, color flow, and spectral Doppler where applicable.
Acquires anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
Maintains patient charts and records, and records/processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
Creates a preliminary echocardiography report for physician review/signature.
Reviews studies with physicians.
Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment (cleaning, storage, and preventative maintenance).
Recognizes equipment malfunctions, ability to troubleshoot, and takes appropriate corrective action.
Maintains laundry for examination rooms. Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
Follows and complies with universal precautions and OSHA standards.
Follows and complies with safety and security training.
Rotates as needed to cover Sonographer absences.
Codes appropriate for services performed.
Assists nurse practitioner/physician with procedures as needed.
Ability to work with infants, children, young adults, and families to ease anxiety surrounding the procedure.
Performs related and other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications
Minimum six months experience as an ultrasound technician working in pediatric and/or adult echocardiography setting preferred.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Fetal experience is preferred, or training will be provided.
Participates in staff development, in-service workshops, and educational activities.
Participates in professional development activities and meetings.
Additional certification through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Requirements:
Possess or be eligible for certification in adult and/or pediatric echocardiography through American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Must adhere with the outlined certification maintenance requirements through ARDMS which includes but are not limited to, renewals, continuing medical education (CME) periods, and compliance policies.
Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in an accredited Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job- training in cardiac ultrasound, or completion of an approved cardiac ultrasound educational program.
CPR certification required.
New graduates of a cardiac ultrasound program who are employed in an accredited facility must obtain an appropriate credential within one year from the date of graduation.
Benefits and Compensation
Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:
Health Insurance including prescription drugs
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term disability options
Employee stock purchase program â“ 15% discount*
401k with company match**
Long Term Care (LTC)
Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
Identity Protection
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit.
** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over.
About Us
Pediatrix® Medical Group, Inc. (Pediatrix) is the nationâ™s leading provider of physician services. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. Specialties include obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine and neonatology complemented by more than 20 pediatric subspecialties, as well as pediatric primary and urgent care clinics. The groupâ™s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. The physician-led company was founded in 1979 as a single neonatology practice and today provides its highly specialized and often critical care services through more than 5,000 affiliated physicians and other clinicians in 37 states.
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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.