Cardiac Sonographer - Per Diem
Core
Performs complete cardiac ultrasound procedures (M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING, DOPPLER) on all patient populations except pediatric patients, acquiring images, interpreting techniques, and contributing to diagnostic impressions.
Role type
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
Builds
Permanent examination records and preliminary diagnostic interpretations for physician review
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Echocardiography competency, Abnormal structure recognition, Transducer utilization, Electronic medical records navigation, GE reading station operation
Preferred skills
Deviating from normal techniques to develop new methods, Utilizing ancillary devices
Technologies
GE reading station, Epic (Electronic medical records), GE server
Responsibilities
Performs complete cardiac ultrasound studies including M-MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER; Acquires images and measurements according to lab protocols; Interprets techniques for internal dimensions, wall motion, and flow pattern analysis; Calculates quantitative abnormal valve areas and gradients; Obtains permanent records of examinations; Stores daily examinations and ensures correct download to server; Writes preliminary interpretations for physician review; Practices safety awareness including MD notification of "red values".
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC