Cardiac Sonographer PRN

Job Summary

Cardiac Sonographer PRN – St. Mary's Health & Clearwater Valley Health – Orofino,

• Perform cardiac ultrasound examinations and all related ultrasound duties.
• Provide care to patients for diagnosis and treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders, working with patients of all ages.
• Maintain a high quality of patient care; position and handle patients with professional ethics, care, tact, courtesy, patience and safety.
• Greet and introduce oneself to patients and describe the nature and time requirements of requested exams.
• Keep room and work area neat and orderly; maintain and rotate supplies/inventory; keep work area stocked.
• Organize, plan and direct activities relating to patients and procedures for the designated area/room.
• Identify problems and communicate to the imaging director; offer solutions when appropriate.
• Check orders for history/special instructions; furnish cardiologist or treating physician with the patient’s history on worksheet or assessment sheet; complete all paperwork where applicable.
• Maintain good working relationships with radiologists; consult and communicate with radiologists regarding examinations as necessary.
• Perform specific duties requested by Radiology Managers.
• Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings, staff in-service education and training programs.
• Assume responsibility for proper and efficient operation of all echo equipment used; report malfunctions and need for adjustments or repairs to the service engineer.
• Assist in the movement of patients to and from wheelchairs and carts onto tables/gurneys to complete exams.
• Travel to other sites/locations to perform tests as scheduled.
• Maintain continuing education credits, accreditations and certifications current at all times.
• Follow hospital exposure control plans/blood-borne and airborne pathogens.
• Maintain confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times; follow HIPAA regulations and policies.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance as an essential job function.
• Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.

• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography (non‑invasive cardiovascular) program.
• 3–5 years of previous experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PACS preferred.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care