Posted:
6/24/2024, 4:59:36 AM
Location(s):
Buenos Aires, Argentina ⋅ Vicente López, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Category:
RadiologyCity:
JacksonState:
TennesseeShift:
0 - Other Shift (United States of America)Job Description Summary:
Hiring for Full Time and Weekender+ (Sat/Sun + 1 day during the week)ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
ADULT ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY EXAMINATIONS: Obtain optimal quality Echocardiographic data utilizing 2-D imaging, M-Mode, Continuous Wave and Pulsed Wave Doppler, Color Flow Doppler, Stress, and Transesophageal modalities.
Have the ability to recognize normal and abnormal Echocardiographic images and Doppler signals and to communicate those to the reading physician.
CAROTID DUPLEX EXAMINATIONS: Obtain optimal quality Carotid Duplex exams.
Have the ability to recognize normal and abnormal findings and to communicate those to the reading physician.
PEDIATRIC ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY: Able to recognize, identify, and record a wide range of congenital cardiac abnormalities in the newborn and pediatric patient, and to communicate the findings to the attending physician.
responsible for contacting the on-call pediatric cardiologist at UTMG pediatrics in Memphis or Vanderbilt Pediatric cardiology department.
STRESS ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY: Competent in the use of the stress echo equipment.
Able to instantaneously obtain diagnostic quality images following exercise, or during the administration of drugs that act upon the heart to increase heart rate and blood pressure.
Has a firm knowledge of the physiologic and diagnostic aspects of the exam, Including drug side effects and interactions, and possible complications that may arise in relation to the examination, and the proper medical responses.
Understands the coronary artery distribution and perfusion of the heart, EKG rhythms, and able to aid the physician in recognition of wall motion abnormalities.
Able to explain testing to the patient, enter data in the computer systems, prepare reports for Physician interpretation.
Assist in the monitoring of the patient during an examination.
TRANSESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY: Coordinates exams with the TEE room, physicians, and nursing personnel.
Set up equipment to perform procedures, and assist physician as necessary to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
Knowledgeable on cardiac anatomy and presentation.
Able to perform all calculations on ultrasound equipment as requested by the physician.
Able to disinfect equipment upon completion of the examination.
Obtain and review pertinent patient history, physical examination, and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic reasoning for testing.
Use oral and written communication skills to interact with the interpreting physician or other appropriate physicians.
Maintain clinical and computer records, log-books, prepare charges in Power Chart and AS400.
Comprehend and employ appropriate medical terminology, abbreviations, symbols, terms and phrases.
Maintain infection control and use universal precautions.
Identify a life-threatening situation and carry out emergency care.
Participate in quality assurance program in order to ensure safe and effective equipment operation.
Know human gross and sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathophysiology, congenital defects, surgical repairs, acoustical physics, Doppler ultrasound principles, and ultrasound instrumentation.
Recognize examination findings that may require an immediate clinical response and notify the interpreting physician or other appropriate physician.
Assist in the training and orientation of new personnel to the laboratory as required by Chief Sonographer.
Provide patient and public education.
Demonstrate ability to do mathematical calculations and use instrument controls, computer programs, and internal analysis.
Employ professional judgment and discretion in order to protect the patient’s rights and privacy, perform within the scope of practice, and adhere to the professional code of conduct.
Maintain competency through continuing education.
Contribute to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department and hospital, perform other related responsibilities as required or directed, and greet guests in accordance with our Guest Excellence principles.
Create reports in the X-Celera database system for physician interpretation.
Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
As required by the ARDMS or CCI credentialing board.
LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:
Current active status of RDCS or RCS credentials as provided by the ARDMS or CCI, and maintained active during the length of employment at JMCGH through the attainment of continuing education credits as delineated by the ARDMS or CCI. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience as required by the ARDMS or CCI credentialing boards prior to passing the ARDMS or CCI Registry Examination.
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Website: https://wth.org/
Headquarter Location: Jackson, Tennessee, United States
Employee Count: 5001-10000
Year Founded: 1950
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Non Profit