Fetal Cardiac Sonographer

Fetal Cardiac Sonographer
Pediatric Cardiology

The Fetal Cardiac Sonographer will:

• This position is available as full-time, part-time or per diem.
• Conduct specialized echocardiograms to diagnose and monitor heart structure, function, and blood flow in fetuses, children, and adults with structural abnormalities Perform vascular and echocardiography procedures following accepted protocol and utilize clinical symptoms and data to aid in preliminary diagnosis. Provide Cardiologist with all pertinent clinical information to aid in the interpretation and diagnosis of echocardiography procedures.
• Perform complete and limited pediatric transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) according to established protocol. Obtain accurate 2D, M-mode, Doppler, and Color Flow imaging. Image patients across all care environments, including outpatient clinics, wards, NICU, PICU, and emergency departments.
• Adjust and optimize ultrasound settings for neonates, infants, and children of varying sizes and conditions. Support fetal echocardiography exams by assisting or performing scans depending on training and program needs. Assist with pediatric transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) procedures, including probe care and room preparation (if required by the lab).
• Ensure all procedures are performed and properly documented according to department and hospital standards.
• Communicate with Emergency Room, Nursing Units, Clinics and Physicians and their office staff in a competent and professional manner.
• Maintain a high level of technical proficiency by staying up to date in current advances in vascular and echocardiography ultrasound.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of Vascular and Echocardiography Diagnostic equipment, techniques and procedures required to perform or assist in the performance of clinical tests and procedures.
• Graduate from approved school of medical ultrasound technology or equivalent.
• RVT or RVS and RDMS or RCDS required.
• Work requires high level of interpersonal skills to interact with patients, deal effectively with medical, nursing, technical and other staff.
• BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.