Echo Sonographer

TTG Imaging Solutions LLC
US - Pennsylvania - Philadelphia
December 24, 2024
Medical

Echo Sonographer Job Details Job Location Philadelphia - Pennsylvania Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Description PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:
This position is responsible for performing quality diagnostic echocardiograph ultrasound examinations efficiently and accurately while maintaining all appropriate Company policies/procedures and risk management guidelines.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform echocardiograph examinations following established policy, procedure and risk management guidelines.
Communicate effectively with physicians, and other medical staff.
Communicate specific problem areas regarding any procedures by obtaining a thorough patient history and sharing this information with the reading physician to ensure a quality diagnostic exam.
Interact professionally with the client and reading physician(s) to ensure the utmost quality diagnostic images.
Communicate in a tactful and professional manner with patients and their families offering aplete and thorough explanation of the procedure being performed.
Procure statistical information for daily activity sheet and forward to operation office as requested.
Safely operate the ultrasound equipment including CD/DVD, clientputer system/PAC's, and related peripheral and photographic equipment, by following established protocol.
Assist with ACR and IAC accreditation processes as needed.
Ad to quality control and safety regulations as dictated by current established programs.
Participate in quality assessment and improvement process to ensure optimum continuous quality improvement of care to the patient.
Other duties as assigned by management PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
May be required to lift up to 60 lbs.
50% sitting/50% standing WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed at testing centers, hospitals, clinics and/or physician offices.
Must be able to drive to and from testing facilities in all-weather conditions.
Local travel required.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE:
Performance of clinical job duties has no significant risk of occupational exposure.
AGE SPECIFIC STATEMENT:
Individuals having regular clinical contact with patients demonstrate knowledge and skills in caring for patients (or assisting in caring for patients) of different age groups.
Individuals demonstrate the ability to care for and utilize resources for patients to promote a cost effective and efficient environment for patients in the following age groups:
Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree from accredited school of Medical Sonography.
Cardiac registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDCS) or registration from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or registry eligible.
Previous experience with Echocardiography in a hospital setting a plus Ability to perform transthoracic echocardiograms Ability to perform stress echo exams a plus.
Basic Life Support Certification Valid Driver's license.
Favorable results of pre-employment background check including FBI fingering and child abuse clearances required, as well as a pre-employment drug screen.
Mustplete safetypliance trainings upon hire and annually tafter including, OSHA and HIPAA, sexual harassmentpliance, Workplace Bullying, defensive driving, and incident reporting.
OCCUPATIONAL ACCOMODATIONS STATEMENT:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This description incorporates the most typical duties performed.
It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed.
The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.

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