Cardiac Sonographer
Sanford Health
Summary
Performs echocardiography tests/procedures in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Job description
Summary
Performs echocardiography tests/procedures in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Job Description
Prepares patients for exams by explaining procedures, transferring patients to the ultrasound table, applying gel, and positioning patients properly. Operates the ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations. Performs the echocardiogram and oral and/or written preliminary summary of technical findings to interpreting physician for use in medical diagnosis.
Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new sonographic technologies when needed. Performs routine cardiac ultrasound procedures in a clinic, hospital, and mobile sites depending on location. Interacts professionally and effectively with fellow health care professionals. Assists in the submission and/or maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) accreditation when necessary.
Supervises or trains students and cardiac sonographers as needed. Adheres to safety and infection control policies established by Sanford. Adheres to established internal standards and procedures abstracted from Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPPA).
Additionally, based on the facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include ultrasonography.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program required (South Dakota)
- ARDMS or CCI certification or registry eligible required within 12 months (South Dakota)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment
- Valid driver's license and good driving record for outreach mobile services
- Adheres to safety and infection control policies
- HIPAA compliance
Benefits
- Sign on bonus
- No call coverage
- No weekend coverage
- Day shifts M-F
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.