Travel Cardiac Sonographer

ProKatchers is seeking a travel Cardiac Sonographer for a travel job in Gardner, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Sonographer
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 32 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Shift:Days, 32-Hours, 4x8-Hour (07:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
 
Work Experience:

• At least three years experience.
• No limitations in pushing equipment. Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands).
• Occasionally stoop (bending the body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist), crouches (bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and spine).
• Introduces self and identifies patient using 2 forms of ID. Explains testing procedure.
• Reviews the medical history and directs the exam based on that information.
• Performs cardiac diagnostic imaging procedures to study the anatomy and hemodynamics of the heart, including two dimensional (2D) and Doppler modalities.
• Performs online calculations in order to quantify cardiac parameters of function and hemodynamics.
• Is knowledgeable regarding the anatomy, hemodynamics and physiology associated with both the healthy and diseased heart.
• Is knowledgeable regarding cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac medications.
• Reports abnormal findings to Cardiologists. Takes steps to safeguard patients when abnormal results are identified.
• Reviews results of testing with Cardiologists. Discusses cases and techniques used to obtain optimal images.
• Assists Cardiologists during transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Prioritizes requests based on the nature of the request and the condition and/or situation of the patients.
• Coordinates and communicates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient service and care.
• Works together to complete assignments with departmental and healthcare team members.
• When appropriate, delegates to other healthcare professionals.
• Is able to cover some of the lead echo technician’s responsibilities in his/her absence.
• Works with other echo technicians and EKG technicians to assist them with workflow.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently.
• Ensures reports are directed to appropriate Cardiologists for interpretation.
• Monitors report turnaround times for Cardiologists.
• Is familiar with JCAHO guidelines.
• Is familiar with echo PACS system. Contacts technical support when necessary to troubleshoot problems.
• Is able to operate stress testing equipment when necessary.
• Performs 12 lead electrocardiograms when necessary.
• Recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment to Clinical Engineering.
• Is responsible for cleaning and disinfections of equipment including probes.
• Orders supplies when needed and when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Formal training from an accredited medical sonography program specializing in cardiac sonography. 

• Credentialed by the ARDMS as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

ProKatchers Job ID #290804. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 32 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer

About ProKatchers

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• License and certification reimbursement
• Dental benefits
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus