Echo Sonographer - Radiology
On-siteSt. Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies in the echocardiography lab, including stress echocardiograms and TAVRS procedures, while assessing patient medical status and obtaining informed consent. Clearly communicate exam procedures to patients and family members, then assemble charts and enter data into the PACS or EMR system. Record digital archives for medical review, complete patient billing with daily charge entry, and support department goals by developing new diagnostic testing procedures and evaluating equipment. Educate residents and staff on technical aspects, participate in research studies, and maintain infection control policies by disinfecting equipment and practicing universal precautions. Assist in department operations by retrieving archived studies, handling clerical duties, and preparing safety surveys.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an Allied Health program in Echocardiography/Cardiac Imaging
- Registered (RDCS and/or RCS)
- BLS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS
- Various ultrasound and Doppler equipment to perform procedures
- Electronic Medical Record System
- Hospital telephone system
- Stress Case System, for Echocardiology departments
- Digital archiving
- Copy machine and other standard office equipment
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
- Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne pathogens
- Exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes
- Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements
- May be exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness)
- Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
- May be required to handle emergency or crisis situations
- Occasionally subjected to irregular hours including rotating call duties
- Exposed to chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol and gel used in diagnostic testing procedures
- Exposed to chemicals for cleaning/disinfecting of equipment (hospital approved agents)
- Eye shield/goggles
- Gown
- Lab Coat
- Mask
- Non-sterile medical gloves
- Sterile medical gloves
- Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients (can exceed 350 lbs on occasions)
- Periodic heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs)
- Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking/sitting required
- Pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs)
- Manual dexterity, mobility and fine motor skills required
- Intermittent exertion when performing studies
- Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching required in performing job duties
- Be able to adjust vision for varying degrees or room light
- Bring objects into focus and see clearly at 20 inches or less
- Be able to distinguish and identify multiple subtle shades of gray and different colors
- Be able to distinguish and identify varying tones/pitch of an audible signal
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Adult Echocardiography (AE) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
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