Cardiac Sonographer
Company: Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughter
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: May 20, 2025
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Job Description:
Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Cardiac Sonographer reports to the Cardiac Service Line
Director/ Manager. - This role performs various modalities of
cardiac ultrasound including transthoracic echo, stress echo, and
assistance in transesophageal echo. This role also performs other
noninvasive testing to include electrocardiograms and application
of holter monitors. Cardiac Sonographer is accountable for the
preparation of preliminary interpretation reports for
echocardiograms, billing procedures, study transmittal and coverage
of satellite sites.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs echocardiograms in accordance with lab standards while
meeting daily volume expectations. - Responds to emergent exams is
a timely manner. - Follows department workflows for reporting,
billing and standard daily performance.
Ensures patient care is provided in clean, safe, quiet, and secure
environment. Renders excellent patient care to patients and
families. - All hospital related interactions are courteous and
confidential and in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Demonstrates
the knowledge and ability to deliver developmental and
age-appropriate care to patients.
Participates in staff meetings, research studies, quality assurance
activities and working groups. Cooperates and assists in obtaining
institutional, divisional and departmental initiatives and
goals.
Assists in the teaching of students and new technicians.
Assesses ultrasound images for identification of problem areas for
focused review of images and data.
Oversees the daily operation of echocardiograph services and
equipment. -
Assists with creating and updating policies and procedures related
to echocardiography. -
Ensures continuing education requirements are met. -
Demonstrates knowledge of noninvasive cardiac diagnostic testing as
well as operation and maintenance of equipment including
electrocardiograms and holter/event monitor application.
Participates in call coverage
Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) in Pediatric
Echocardiography by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer
(RCCS) -by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
required or registry eligible and obtainment of registration within
12 months of employment. - -
RDCS (PE) certification by the ARDMS is highly preferred.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) in Adult
Echocardiography by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) registry eligible
and obtainment of registration within 90 days of hire.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Completion of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound program (Bachelors
or Associates Degree). In lieu of degree, will consider high school
diploma or equivalent with applicable experience.
Upcoming new graduates welcome to apply.
Analytical skills necessary to effectively detect pathologies based
on knowledge of physiological cause and effect of diseases and
clinical procedures.
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively
with patients/families, administrative/clinical personnel and
physicians.
CPR Training required or must be obtained within 45 days of
hire.
Ability to work at CHKD Main Hospital and satellite locations, as
needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Clinical patient care environment with minimal exposure to hazards
such as excess noise, dust, or extremes in temperature. Frequent
exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal
preparations, body fluids and other conditions common to the
healthcare environment. Moderate adverse working conditions due to
the need to perform certain patient care activities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Additional Information M-F 7:30am - 4:00pm, 8:00am - 4:30pm, 8:30pm
- 5:00pm, On Call -M-F 5:00pm - 7:30am, (24) hours on weekends and
holidays
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CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Keywords: Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughter, Chesapeake , Cardiac Sonographer, Healthcare , Norfolk, Virginia
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