Cardiac Sonographer II-Casual

Overview

The salary range for this position is $44.81 - $60.49 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you ll work alongside leading clinical talent in the nation, collaborating with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We recognize where you ve been, and we support where you re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and a culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Cardiac Sonographer II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and regulatory/accreditation standards.

• Performs all modalities of adult echocardiography including: transthoracic (2D) imaging, echo imaging with bubble study, pharmacologic echo, transesophageal echo, and treadmill stress-echo. Competent performing studies utilizing echo contrast.
• Competent evaluating study images as acquired and able to adapt image acquisition to obtain optimal quality study per ICAEL standards.
• Performs pediatric echocardiograms and transmits for review by pediatric cardiology.
• Integrates patient history, medical record documentation, and lab results to adapt sonographic exam as necessary.
• Evaluates, synthesizes, and communicates preliminary findings to cardiologist and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Performs all measurements and calculations necessary for each exam per ICAEL recommendations.
• Completes appropriate documentation and charging for each exam.
• Conducts laboratory duties as delegated by department director, manager, or senior technician.
• Assists cardiologist with probe positioning/support during transesophageal echo procedures.
• Able to operate the cardiology PACS system for transmission, report management and study access.
• Participates in preparation for required quarterly echo-lab quality assurance/process improvement sessions.
• Maintains records for daily operations and assists in maintenance of documentation related to ICAEL certification/re-certification.
• Properly cares for cleaning and maintenance of TEE probe post exam.
• Coordinates scheduling of echo procedures at main hospital and Grayslake campus.
• Acts as resource SME in development of policy/protocol related to cardiac sonography.
• Orders and maintains adequate supplies.
• Educates patients and staff regarding all aspects of echocardiography.

• Required:
• ARDMS or CCI (Exception: New Cardiac Sonographer graduate will have 1 year from hire date to obtain ARDMS or CCI)
• BLS through American Heart Association
• Graduate of formal Diagnostic Echo Tech Program accredited by CAAHEP or Associate s degree from an accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography Program
• Physical Demands Requirement:
  • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

• Preferred:
• 2 or more years of experience as a dedicated cardiac sonographer
• Experience at an academic medical center
• Involved with the ASE/ARDMS/CCI
• Bachelor of Science and degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Experience maintaining documentation and preparing ICAEL submission for echo-lab accreditation

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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