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Cardiovascular Sonographer II-Echocardiographer




Location: Fort Myers Fla




Category: Imaging/Diagnostics




Type:Full Time




Schedule: Days




Department: Cardiovascular Services

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/7:00:00 AM to 4:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.39 - $39.50 / hour




Summary

Performs complete echocardiographic study integrating all imaging modalities necessary to obtain all pertinent patient data for diagnostic purposes. Sonographer will specialize in transthoracic echocardiographic studies according to departmental and IAC protocol (which consist of M-mode, two-dimensional echocardiograms, color flow, pulsed wave and continuous wave Doppler). Sonographer will perform imaging enhancement agents, saline bubble, portable, stress echo studies, and assists with transesophageal echocardiographic procedures. Document completely and accurately patient data and echo exam information utilizing current information management system and follows appropriate billing for procedures. Assist in the orientation and training of all levels of trainees and visitors assigned to the Echocardiography Laboratory.




Requirements




Educational Requirements




Degree/Diploma Obtained Program of StudyRequired/



Preferred and/or High School Diploma or Equivalent Required




Additional Requirements




Graduate from a cardiovascular technology program or diagnostic medical ultrasound program. Extensive experience may substitute training.




Experience Requirements




Minimum Years Required Area of Experience Required/ Preferred and/or 2 Years Echocardiography Required State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses Required/ Preferred and/or Not Required




Certifications/Registration Requirements




Certificates/Registrations Required/

Preferred and/or BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)Required




Additional Requirements

Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Echocardiography (RDCS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International in Echocardiography (RCS), required.