Position Summary
**Up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus**
This position performs diagnostic cardiac sonography examinations with a sub-specialty in fetal cardiac sonography examinations, as well as cardiology procedures to provide data for diagnosis of disease and injuries in accordance with all applicable standards, regulation and licensing requirements. Maintains a close working relationship with fetal cardiologists and nurse coordinators.
Position DutiesPerforms high quality fetal exams for interpretation by fetal cardiologist. Performs diagnostic cardiac sonography examinations on patients across the spectrum of congenital and acquired heart disease for interpretation by a cardiologist.
Determines proper technique and positioning to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards, protocols and procedures. Performs or assists with transesophageal, transthoracic and advanced techniques including stress echo cardiac sonography and/or 3D imaging as required and per training and expertise. Must regularly demonstrate mastery of fetal echocardiography. Maintains a safe environment for patients, families, and coworkers while performing all activities of the job.The fetal sonographer works closely with the fetal cardiologist for all fetal exams to arrive at diagnostic conclusions. The fetal cardiologist will write the report.
For all other pediatric or congenital exams, the sonographer creates a detailed report of sonographer` impressions to include pertinent medical history, anatomic findings and measurements for presentation to interpreting physician. It may include exam aspects outside sonogram results that may relate to diagnosis or treatment, including, but not limited to, patient reaction to temperature, pressure or movement of transducer, ability to respond to instructions, and movement limitations. Report is clear, concise, and grammatically correct and utilizes appropriate spelling and punctuation. Performs finalizing functions using Syngo and/or Electronic Health Record to facilitate timely and accurate results, charge capture and archival of studies. Takes steps to quickly remedy identified errors and omissions utilizing the chain of command as necessary.Willingness to assist with preparing images and/or presentations for the annual Fetal Cardiology Symposium. Able to participate as a Fetal Sonographer Faculty member and perform the duties assigned for a successful symposium. The duties may include teaching others in the hands-on session.
Attends the monthly fetal conference meetings, Contributes and participates in other fetal education opportunities to develop and build the program, (ie: fetal conference, research, symposium, etc.)
Continues to pursue knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the field. Attends staff meetings as required to stay up to date on departmental policies and procedures. Participates in and contributes to Phoenix Children`s educational offerings and offsite conferences/seminars ; completes self-directed learning via professional journals, texts and appropriate online resources to maintain continuing education credits as required for institutional and personal credentialing. Participates in career development and leadership activities to support the function of the lab. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of workflow practices. Serves as a preceptor to students, fellows and orientees in our program. Quality Improvement:Participates in cleaning, re-stocking, re-supplying, and turnover of cardio diagnostic exam rooms and equipment to provide for efficient, effective and safe department operations.
Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. reports service needs and preventative maintenance issues as appropriate. Enters information into the departmental logs as required for accreditation purposes.To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
VisionPhoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
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