Cardiovascular Sonographer 3, Inova, Alexandria, VA
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Alexandria, VA,
US
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Cardiovascular Sonographer 3
Date Posted: 2024-05-08
Job description
Job Description
Inova Benefits and Perks:
Career Development
State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
Retirement benefits with match
Competitive salary
Mental Health Resources and Support
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The Cardiovascular Sonographer 3 ensures the safety of patients by administering sound patient care practices according to hospital/department policies and procedures. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees. Provides clinical services according to diagnostic echo vascular principles, theory and practice standards to ensure optimal department functions.
Shift: Full Time
Hours: Days with Weekend & On-Call Coverage Requirements
Location: Mount Vernon Hospital
Job Responsibilities:
Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique, as evidenced by Radiologist's satisfaction.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome.
Demonstrates proper technique for injection of IV contrast, or other test-enhancing solution, under the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Standards. Operates imaging and other related equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.
Identifies errors and takes immediate action for corrections, as evidenced by the EMR and PACS Systems reports. Assist departmental leadership in obtaining or maintaining ICAL accreditation.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of echo vascular principles/theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate techniques and/or positioning for optimal examinations.
Requirements for Consideration:
Graduate of an accredited school/program of diagnostic medical, setting.
ARDMS Registered with RDCS Certification or CCI Registered with RCS, Certification for Echo, or ARDMS with RVT or CCI with the RVS, Certification for Vascular. Sonography or five years of specialized training in a hospital/healthcare
Three years or more of experience in a hospital/healthcare environment in the performance of cardiac or vascular sonography.
Basic Life Support Certification
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