Cardiac Sonographer AHMG Pediatric and Congenital Cardiology

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2501 N ORANGE AVE

City:

ORLANDO

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32804

Job Description:

AHMG Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiology

2501 N. Orange Ave., Suite 310, Orlando, FL 32804

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

*may float as needed to Lake Mary, Daytona, Melbourne, Winter Garden, Celebration and Tavares practices

** $5k sign on bonus

• Follows accredited laboratory protocol for obtaining echocardiograms utilizing two-dimensional images, color flow, Doppler, and m-mode where appropriate. 
• Escorts patients and families from examination to the echocardiography room and back after completion of the study.
• Explains procedures to patients and families prior to the commencement of the test to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Maintains proper operation of ultrasound equipment, recognize equipment malfunctions, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Ensures specific echo machine probes are clean and ready to use at any time.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assesses sonographic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring all relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
• Acquires and documents patient’s clinical history, including weight, height, blood pressure, and O2 SAT.
• Provides instructions to achieve patient cooperation and desired results. Demonstrates a friendly environment providing comfort to patients based on age-specific needs.
• Calls physician if unable to obtain images, patient agitation, or serious findings. 
• Helps with appropriate accreditation, including filling out forms, formal review of echo with physician’s evaluation, and quality assurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of cardiac ultrasound. [Required]

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. [Required]

• Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment. [Required]

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. [Required]

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. [Required]

• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements. [Required]

• Ability to perform Pediatric Sonography, including complex studies. [Required]

• Computer and word processing skills such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. [Required]

• Effective oral and written communication skills across a variety of education levels. [Required]

• Ability to maintain a professional attitude, conduct, and composure under pressure. [Required]

• Ability to perform concomitant assignments in a timely manner and accommodate rapidly changing priorities. [Required]

• Ability to perform fetal echocardiography [Preferred]



Education:

• Associate's [Required]



Field of Study:

• In Diagnositic Medial Sonography

• Graduate from a CAAHEP accredited sonography program [Required]



Work Experience:

• 2+ years experience in pediatric echocardiography [Preferred]



Additional Information:

• N/A



Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography (RDCS-AE) [Required] OR

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) [Required] OR

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) [Required] OR

• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) [Required]

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS-FE) [Preferred]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$31.55 - $58.69

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.