Cardiac Sonographer-Fulltime Days

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Cardiac Diagnostics

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Summary

Performs all aspects and modalities of Cardiac Sonography and Cardiac Diagnostics to Health System patients per department guidelines. Maintains and completes appropriate documentation in patients’ charts and departmental records.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

Performs cardiac sonography, electrocardiography, and treadmill stress test per departmental guidelines

Performs diagnostic procedures per department guidelines

Assesses patient condition and evaluates cardiac diagnostics appropriately so recommendations can be made when necessary and established protocols are followed

Initiates and maintains monitoring equipment

Files paperwork and schedules appointments for department as needed

Knowledgeable in the use of equipment and treatment modalities for patients of all ages

Charges for all services provided inclusive of use of BCX system

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

High school diploma or equivalent required

BCLS certified by the American Heart Association

Credentialed by the (CCI) Cardiovascular Credentialing International or (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Cardiac Sonography

Work Experience :

1 year of cardiac sonography experience

Other cardiac diagnostic experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Understanding of medical terminology and current cardiopulmonary modalities

Ability to react calmly and maintain composure in stressful situations and when dealing with co-workers, patients, and hospital guests

Knowledgeable of the psychosocial and physiological development and spiritual needs of infants, children, adolescents, and all adult age groups (per Erickson’s Model) in order to provide appropriate care and intervention, either personally or through staff

Physical Requirements :

M o d e r a t e physical e x ert io n, up t o 30% of t h e t i me, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs

No r mal w o rking c onditi o ns with adeq u a t e lighti n g and v e ntilation

Me n tal/Visual Requi r e men t s: Mo r e t h an 65% of ti m e r eq uires concentration and clo s e at t e n tion to de t a il

Required Licenses and Certifications

RCS - Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity