Cardiac Sonographer-Non Invasive Cardiology Full-time Days
Cardiac Sonographer-Non Invasive Cardiology Full-time Days
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Job Description
The Sr. Echocardiographer reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Provides under the direction of the Medical Director and Team Leader of Cardiac Testing in accordance with the doctors written order all echocardiography procedures. Performs all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Northwestern Medicine. Is held accountable for performing patient care services specific to echocardiography performs clerical duties specific to ICAEL quality assurance and departmental maintenance duties.
Responsibilities:
- Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms.
- Attaches electrode lead lines to proper body areas based on type of test ordered. Prepares skin and surroundings to ensure valid results. Obtains and documents ECG readings as directed.
- Reviews patients record and instructs patient prior to and during procedures. Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
- Identifies and corrects for artifacts.
- Notes and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Maintains ECG equipment and supplies.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Required:
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer
- Cert BLS
- Physical Demand Requirement:
- Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Additional Information :
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a casebycase basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
