Frederick Health Hospital

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Job Summary

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Performs a variety of echo studies on infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, in assessment of the heart using ultrasound and other testing equipment. Applies decision making and testing skills both independently and in collaboration with others to ensure accurate information upon which to make a diagnosis; and works closely with physicians in the diagnosis of problems. Obtains patient history and maintains department records, performs routine maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment, keeps herself/himself current with changes and advances in their field to maintain the lab standards and their current certifications.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates competency in performing echo studies utilizing ultrasound: i.e. selection the correct transducer, obtaining and recording the necessary images, obtaining and performing measurements of structures and velocities and demonstrating patient safety in the use of ultrasound as per department protocol and current standards
• Demonstrates competence in the use of the diagnostic equipment other than ultrasound, per department procedures
• Explains test and answers patient and family questions regarding the test
• Abides by all universal infection control protocols
• Provides mentoring, education, leadership, and assistance for non-registered Sonographers
• Coordinates scheduling studies with nurses, reading facilities and other departments and parties involved
• Documents patient history and checks for correct orders. Provides accurate and precise information regarding the patients’ identification and clinical data
• Prepares the test data for interpretation by physicians
• Logs test, enters correct measurements, creates the preliminary report and ensures the preliminary report reaches requesting physician
• Helps maintain department patient records
• As a result of lab protocol, consultation with other Sonographers or Physicians, or using independent judgment based on experience, performs additional tests to provide the necessary information to make a diagnosis
• Reports critical findings to the Reading Physician or the Medical Director as soon as possible. Notifies them if the test results require immediate additional tests and/or treatment
• Treats and uses lab equipment with care and performs routine maintenance
• Reports the equipment issues to the supervisor/manager and/or Bio-Medical department
• Observes safe operating techniques for the protection of patients and her/himself
• Keeps current with changes and advances in the field and obtains CME’s to maintain registration and meet IAC requirements
• Attends the departmental QA meetings. Participates in the QA process
• Helps in the training of students and other allied personnel as requested
• Instructs Students on testing procedures and evaluates their performance in accordance with each institutions policies
• Readily provides clerical assistance as needed in the department
• Helps with the transportation of patients when necessary
• Provides statistical data for review
• Works on special projects with Physicians and Hospital Staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the testing process and equipment used.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong customer orientation with the ability to convey the values of the organization to everyone involved with the process.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Adult (AE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCC) required

Current CPR certification

Patient Contact

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

• _X_ Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
• _X_ Infant (31 thru 12 months)
• _X_ Child (13 months thru 12 years)
• _X_ Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
• _X_ Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
• _X_ Geriatric (66+ years)

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures.

Physical Demands:

Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Ergonomic Risk Factors:

Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Forceful Exertion: The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task.

Awkward Posture: Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.

Contact Stress: Pressing the body hard on sharp edges can result in placing too much pressure on nerves, tendons, and blood vessels. For example, using the palm of your hand to hit or stick objects can increase risk of musculoskeletal disorders.

Working Conditions:

Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk: Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.

1. Emotionally demanding environment.
2. Exposure to injury from movement of heavy equipment and to hazardous materials with the use of oxygen under high pressure.

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly Range: $36.90 - $57.20

Echo Sonographer

Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem

Variable Day Shifts

Includes Weekends and On Call

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR/BLS

RDCS

Equal Opportunity Employer

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