Cardiac Sonographer II

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC014190 Heart Station - Little Rock

Summary:

Performs quality more complex exams and creates preliminary reports. Assists with interpreting imaging for each study. Required to work in the regional clinical setting, and the UAMS NICU (at AC only) on a rotational basis. This position also includes call.

Additional Information:

Required Education:

Certificate from college program or technical school

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Related Field - 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

1 of the following certifications is required -  

Recommended Certifications:

RDCS, FEc, PE, or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with PE Specialty (RDCS-PE) - American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Description

1. Reviews physician order, and verifies patient/procedure and performs echocardiograms.

2. Prepares and processes echo studies for interpretation.

3. Assists in training of Cardiology Fellows performing Pediatric Echocardiography (AC only).

4. Monitors equipment during procedures for equipment malfunctions and notifies of major malfunctions.

5. Inventories supplies and submits list to proper personnel, to keep adequate supply stock for department.

6. Is able to image congenital heart disease in a way that reflects understanding of the salient features and physiology of the diagnosis. Has an advanced understanding of the echocardiographic imaging approach to complex congenital heart disease.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.