<p>How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Work Shift</b></p>Various (United States of America)<p></p><p></p><div><h1><u><b>Job Summary</b></u></h1><p></p><ul><li>The Cardiac Sonographer functions under the direction of the Manager or Lead/Chief Sonographer.</li><li>Responsible for performing all cardiac imaging, which may include adult, pediatric, transesophageal (including structural heart) and stress echocardiograms, depending on facility.</li><li>Performs measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol.</li><li>Provides an oral summary of preliminary findings to the interpreting physician when requested.</li><li>Responsible for the safety and well‑being of all patients in the Echo department.</li><li>Must communicate effectively with patients and the health care team.</li><li>May be asked to inject/administer Ultrasound Enhancing Agents (UEA) and perform saline bubble studies.</li><li>Performs other work‑related duties as assigned.</li><li>Must be available for call, weekend and Holiday rotations.</li></ul><p></p><h1><u><b>Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions</b></u></h1><p></p><h2><i><b>Patient Care</b></i></h2><p></p><ul><li>Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.</li><li>Obtains complete clinical history, gathers exam data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.</li><li>Follows established procedures for administration of UEAs safely.</li><li>Ensures all studies have proper patient identification.</li><li>Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.</li><li>Assists team members in all modalities when needed.</li><li>Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is required.</li><li>Verifies correct patient identity using two unique identifiers.</li><li>Ensures patient privacy, comfort and dignity throughout the exam.</li><li>Demonstrates competence in appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.</li><li>Organizes schedule, time and priorities to complete required activities within designated timeframes.</li><li>Follows physician instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.</li><li>Uses critical thinking skills.</li><li>Dialogs with patient/family.</li><li>Asks clarifying questions.</li><li>Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.</li><li>Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time‑Out process when appropriate.</li><li>Demonstrates and understands pre‑ and post‑procedural care.</li><li>Preps the patient for the procedure.</li></ul><p></p><h2><i><b>Education and Communication</b></i></h2><p></p><ul><li>Clearly explains purpose and nature of exam using AIDET to minimize anxiety and increase cooperation.</li><li>Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are fully addressed prior to procedure.</li><li>Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.</li><li>Provides preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.</li><li>Documentation is concise, legible and uses precise terminology.</li><li>Reads email each scheduled workday and completes assigned tasks.</li><li>Completes all required departmental and hospital‑wide education.</li></ul><p></p><h2><i><b>Quality Control</b></i></h2><p></p><ul><li>Ensures that equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.</li><li>Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion; prints CDs as needed.</li><li>Follows infection control policies.</li></ul><p></p><h2><i><b>Operations</b></i></h2><p></p><ul><li>Restocks linens and supplies and maintains department cleanliness and organization.</li><li>Transports and positions patients; assists them on and off the procedure table.</li><li>Performs patient charging activities on the day services are rendered.</li><li>Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.</li><li>Willingly assists others as needed and uses work time in support of departmental needs.</li><li>Performs clerical and support duties to maintain continuity of services.</li><li>Keeps supervisor informed and promptly reports potential issues.</li><li>Maintains productivity equal to coworkers.</li><li>Operates all workstations associated with the ultrasound department.</li><li>Transfers and retrieves studies from the ultrasound console to PACS.</li><li>Maintains Joint Commission and regulatory standards.</li><li>Takes call when necessary.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><h2><i><b>Equipment</b></i></h2><p></p><ul><li>Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly.</li><li>Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment according to infection control and department schedules.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all Wellstar policies and code of conduct.</li></ul><p></p><h1><u><b>Required Minimum Education</b></u></h1><p></p><ul><li>High School Diploma or GED</li><li>Trade School Diploma/Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography — Preferred</li></ul><p></p><h1><u><b>Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)</b></u></h1><p><i>(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)</i></p><p></p><ul><li>ARDMS Registered Medical Sonographer <b>or</b></li><li>RCS (CCI) Registered Cardiac Sonographer <b>or</b></li><li>RDCS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer</li><li>BLS, ARC‑BLS or BLS‑Instructor</li></ul><p></p><h1><u><b>Required Minimum Experience</b></u></h1><p></p><ul><li>Minimum <b>1 year</b> experience in echocardiography — Preferred</li><li>Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program — Preferred</li><li>Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program — Preferred</li></ul><p></p><h1><u><b>Required Minimum Skills</b></u></h1><p></p><ul><li>Excellent communication skills with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and nursing personnel.</li><li>Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information.</li><li>Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.</li><li>Able to function independently and under pressure while actively participating in a team environment.</li><li>Must consistently demonstrate excellent customer service skills.</li><li>Must perform effectively in a stressful and fast‑paced work environment.</li><li>Must prioritize appropriately.</li><li>Must be detail oriented and able to multitask throughout the work shift.</li><li>Must interact professionally with patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.</li><li>Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.</li><li>Must comply with all hospital policies, practices, protocols and professional standards.</li><li>Must be flexible, dependable, accountable and cooperative.</li><li>Has the knowledge and ability to obtain a quality diagnostic study safely.</li><li>Performs a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.</li><li>Able to independently perform job functions and set up imaging equipment.</li><li>Competent in all aspects of Cardiac Ultrasound, patient positioning and exposure factors.</li><li>Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect procedure quality.</li></ul></div><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. 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