Cardiac Sonographer

Job DescriptionWelcome to RUSH!Department: Diag Srvcs-EKGWork Type: Part Time (24 hours per week)Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 8 HrSummary:Performs a variety of cardiac ultrasound examinations, including echocardiograms, stress echo’s and TEEs in order to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical and pathological data for the diagnosis of cardiovascular disease. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.Responsibilities: Performs echocardiograms, stress echo’s and TEEs, independently. Identifies each patient and reviews each patient’s requisitions in Epic for consistency of exam ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information. Records pertinent data i.e. medical history and preliminary findings for Cardiologists review in EPIC and MERGE Reviews each examination for technical accuracy and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure. Coordinates and assists in all activities performed in Cardiology department. Demonstrates the ability to cope with and manage change Maintains equipment and scan areas in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisor and cardiologists. Performs clerical and transporter responsibilities as needed. Establishes and maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all departmental staff, hospital staff, patients, families and hospital visitors. Provides patient education to patient and/or family. Demonstrates the ability to organize patient care and set priorities to ensure the completion of work assignments. Ability to be on call for after hour studies as needed.Other information:Required Job Qualifications: Registered in Echocardiography. Current CPR, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 1 – 3 years’ experience Ability to deal efficiently and courteously with all hospital personnel. Verbal and written skills necessary to facilitate communication with a variety of personnel. Ability to maintain confidential information.Physical Demands: Physical ability to do repetitive hand motion for scanning 80% of the work day. Visual requirements for computer work 80% of the work week. Full body mobility to assist patients to and from Echo room. 60% of the work day.RUSH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE EVALUATE QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, VETERAN STATUS, AND OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED CHARACTERISTICS.Position Cardiac SonographerLocation US:IL:Oak ParkReq ID 332