***$10,000 Sign On Bonus Available***

Job Summary:  Responsible for performing quality cardiology diagnostic testing under the direction of a physician.  May engage in all departmental activities to provide safe and effective delivery of patient diagnostic testing within the parameters guided by the American Society of Echocardiography and American College of Cardiology. Department activities include but are not limited to echocardiography; stress testing; holter monitors; electrocardiography (EKG); peripheral intravenous line insertion; preparation of and administration of imaging enhancing agents; scheduling patients; limited transcribing/typing, faxing, charting and filing reports.

Service and Quality Standards:

1. Service

Is Customer focused

               Anticipates customer needs

               Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

               Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

               Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

                              to customers and coworkers

1. People

Is conversation conscious

               Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

               Promotes a harassment free environment

               Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

1. Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

               Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

               Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

               Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

               Supports performance improvement

               Seeks ways to improve systems and services

               Shows commitment to improvement efforts

               Meets mandatory educational requirements

1. Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

               Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

               Supports hospital initiatives

               Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

               Fosters team cooperation

1. Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

               Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

               Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:  

1.  Performing 2-D, Mode and Doppler echocardiography, assist with Transesophageal Echocardiograms

2.  Stress testing including stress echo and Dobutamine echo.

3.  Holter application and scanning.

4.  Performing electrocardiograms (EKG’s).

5.  Filing, typing, order entry, charging and documentation, scheduling, faxing and charting.

6.  Preparing reports for physician review. Assist with departmental Objectives and PI measurements .

7.  Peripheral intravenous line insertion.

8.  Preparation of and administration of image enhancing agents.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

               Education Level:  High school graduate or equivalent required.

               Certification/Licensure:  RDCS Preferred

               Experience Requirements: : Experience in Cardiology and 1 - 3 years experience as an Echocardiography Sonographer required .Current enrollment in or graduate of a

             Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program  accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred

            Adult/Pediatric CPR certification required (Available upon employment).

            Typing skills and general computer knowledge required.

                Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer    (ARDMS) preferred.