Cardiovascular Sonography- Student

Must be at least a junior-level student in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography program.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs general equipment cleaning and stocking. Prepares machines and other equipment for sonographer use. Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms as well as cardiac monitor placement. Cleans and processes transesophageal probes.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Participates in identifying and reporting patient safety issues.

3. *Assists cardiovascular sonographers and coordinators as requested.

4. *Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes all cardiac and vascular equipment (ultrasound machines, ultrasound probes including transesophageal probes, ECG equipment, etc.), following current infection control guidelines.

5. *Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms, signal-averaged electrocardiograms, flight physical electrocardiograms, and holter and event monitor applications in accordance with established departmental policies.

6. *Takes calls from account hospitals for "Stat" overreads; contacts Cardiologist 24/7 for urgent interpretation.

7. *Receives event monitor transmissions of ECG strips and contacts Cardiologist for "Stat" overreads.

8. *Recognizes and reports "Discrepancy ECG".

9. *Prepares unconfirmed ECG's for cardiologist overread.

10. *Transcribes cardiologist overreads, creating a confirmed ECG; distributes copies of confirmed ECG.

11. *Performs routine equipment maintenance.

12. *Transports patient and/or equipment, alone or with assistance, in bed, wheeled cart or wheel chair to designated area.

13. Informs supervisor of any institution or equipment concerns.

14. Maintains a safe working environment.

15. May deliver medications received on unit to the appropriate patient, RN, physician, medication drawer or medication storage place.

16. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

17. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

18. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk "*". Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

2. Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology.

3. Knowledge of non-invasive cardiac procedures.

4. Knowledge of basic and intermediate life-threatening cardiac rhythms.

5. Skill in the performance and application of job-related non-invasive cardiology procedures.

6. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

7. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

8. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.

9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel, medical staff, volunteer and ancillary departments including diverse patient populations.

10. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.

11. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

12. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalency required. Current progress towards a cardiovascular sonography degree required. Courses related to cardiovascular field at post-secondary level required including ECG course.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (CPR) with AED certification within three (3) months of hire required. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) - Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Required to transport patients and/or equipment, alone or with assistance, in bed, wheeled cart or wheeled chair to designated area. Possible exposure to body fluids and communicable disease; may be required to lift and transport patients.