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Cleveland Clinic Cardiac Sonographer-PRN- Potential for FT in the future in Canton, Ohio
Join Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Mercy Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients. Mercy Hospital was awarded an 'A' from The Leapfrog Group's Fall 2020 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes our efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards.
As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will perform diagnostic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics on patients. Your primary duties will include:
Setting up equipment and manually maneuvers transducers prior to exams.
Following safety standards and performing quality control procedures.
Performing routine studies and assisting physicians with imaging procedures.
Recognizing structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Currently has a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills.
Works well with minimal supervision.
Shows empathy and compassion in a patient-centered environment.
Can multitask in a stressful environment.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
Performs routine and complex studies and assists physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Sonography or Vascular Technology, or graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (minimum of 18 month program).
Certifications:
New hires must obtain the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from Cardiac Credentialing International within one year of hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association (AHA) is required
Complexity of Work:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
Demonstrated knowledge of m-mode, 2D and Doppler calculations and cardiac hemodynamics.
Familiar with computers and ability to learn related programs.
Graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (minimum of 18 month program); and/or two years full-time echo experience.
Physical Requirements:
Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time; must lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to assist with transport of patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.
Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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