Cardiac Vascular Sonographer

Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer Job Functions:

Be able to interact and communicate effectively – both orally and in writing – with healthcare providers, including other Sonographers, Physicians, and Nurses

Be well-versed in Medical Terminology

Be capable of explaining the purpose of the Echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients’ questions

Be aware of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures

Be familiar with, and in compliance with, relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy

Be competent in first aid and certified in Basic Life Support

ARDMS and/or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date

Performs 2D echo with color flow Doppler exam in ≤ 45 minutes

Sonographer consistently demonstrates good judgment with regard to use of echo contrast

Consistent patient preparation, including evaluation of requisition or medical record

Preparation of exam room, identification of patient, infection control procedures (i.e., Standard Precautions), patient assessment, and instruction concerning the procedure

Follows Exam protocol listed in Partners in Integrated Care echo lab guidelines consistently

Performs clinical assessment and Cardiac sonography examinations for requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the provider(s).

Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. 

Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.

Addresses problems with patients as they arise and makes decisions appropriately to resolve the problems.

Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate provider.

Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring provider(s) when required, according to established procedures.

Assists in coordination of work schedule with leader to assure workload coverage with maximizing schedule(s).

Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care.

Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area and adequate supplies.  Reports equipment failures to the appropriate leader.

Participates in the maintenance of any laboratory accreditation.

Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships with good rapport with all interrelating facilities.

Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. 

Provide in-service to other staff members as requested by management. 

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Work location: CenterWell Altamonte; 360 Douglas Avenue; Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent and, as individual states require, accreditation through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)

Certification as an Ultra-Sound Technician (or equivalent) with 1+ years’ experience in a diagnostic facility or hospital as an Ultrasound Technician

High School Diploma or GED

This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana/Senior Bridge's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program

If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB

Must be a team player with excellent communication skills