Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Part time/flexible hours

Under minimal supervision, this position performs and interprets a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures including m-mode, 2-D real time imaging and Doppler techniques (pulsed, CW, and color).PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations; using m-mode, 2-D, 3-D, and Doppler techniques. Gives preliminary interpretation of study results to cardiologist.Performs echocardiograms, and echos in the echocardiography laboratory, cardiac catheterization laboratory, intensive care unit, or ward units.Assists physicians in obtaining transesophageal, intraoperative, and three-dimensional studies.Performs stress echos on the population.Assists physicians in obtaining and recording data for research projects.Prepares patient, explains procedures to patient (and family) and obtains clinical information from patient’s cardiology chart prior to exam.Obtains permanent video or digital recordings and tracings from the ultrasound unit.Makes appropriate measurements and calculations from information obtained during exam.Acquisition and exporting of three-dimensional echocardiographic data, and off-line computer analysis of the data set for more detailed assessment of cardiac anatomy and quantification of cardiac function.Ensures that all tests are officially read by the cardiologist; contributes technical and professional knowledge to final diagnostic impressions on reports, participates actively in echo reading sessions.Proos the final official echo report before it is sent to medical records.Participates in quality control and quality assurance on all ultrasonic equipment and instrumentation by recording and maintaining documentation for review. Maintains order and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas to ensure that all maintenance and infectious disease control guidelines are met.Schedules echo only patients for their exams.Assists supervisor in the technical training of new sonographers and/or interns.Develops and maintains a teaching file system.Assists in maintaining and ordering supplies as designated by supervisor.Performs other duties as related to their position and Echo Lab Operations that might be assigned by supervisor.