Cardiac Sonographer Non Invasive Cardiology Part T

at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Geneva, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Location Geneva, Illinois
Business Unit Delnor Hospital
Job REQID 118856
Job Function Imaging and Radiology
Shift Day Job (1st)

Description
A Senior Echocardiographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Under the direction of the Medical Director and Team Leader of Cardiac Testing and in accordance with the doctors written order, the Senior Echocardiographer provides all echocardiography procedures.
Responsibilities:
Performs all duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of Delnor Hospital.
Is held accountable for performing patient care services specific to echocardiography
Performs clerical duties specific to ICAEL quality assurance and departmental maintenance duties.
Qualifications
Required:
Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy
The ability to push, roll, move patients, the ultrasound machine, and furniture in order to perform exams
The ability to function independently requiring great individual judgment
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
High school diploma or equivalent
Technical Training in Cardiac Echo technology or Ultrasonography program
Professional certification in echocardiography (RDCS)
CPR certification (American Heart Association)
*This role has a 45-minute call response time*
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Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.