Cardiac Sonographer, Heart & Vascular Center , American Canyon (Part Time, Day) Job Listing at NorthBay Healthcare in Amer Cyn, CA (Job ID 4989)

Description

At NorthBay Health the Cardiac Sonographer is a registered cardiac ultrasound sonographer with demonstrated clinical expertise. The Sonographer is responsible and accountable for the delivery of all cardiology service modalities according to the Cardiovascular Medicine clinic. The Sonographer works collaboratively with the healthcare providers ensuring that high quality, cost effective care is provided to all patients under this service by acting as a clinical resource, monitoring standards of practice and patient outcomes; patient satisfaction; and adherence to departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.

Education: 

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Licensure:

• Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required.

Experience:  

• Cardiology experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

Skills:  

• Current AHA or equivalent BLS certification required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required. 
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in ultrasound and cardiology.
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Young Adult, Adult and Geriatric. Knowledge of medical terminology required,
• Knowledge of office equipment and basic computer skills required (fax, multi-line phone, copier/scanner).
• Knowledge of Cerner desirable.
• Knowledge of an electronic health record required.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and professional standards in areas of responsibility