Cardiac Sonographer II at University Of Maryland Medical System Careers summary:
The Cardiac Sonographer II performs routine and specialized cardiac sonographic procedures under general supervision. This role requires expertise in cardiac sonography principles, compliance with healthcare regulations, and participation in performance improvement initiatives. Additionally, the sonographer must document patient care activities and maintain a safe work environment while training students and staff.
Job Description
Overview
Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized cardiac sonographic procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in cardiac sonography, in all locations, across all patient types. Selects accurate equipment and technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.
Actively participates in the Clinical Ladder Program, if implemented, at the individual System hospital/location, meeting and maintaining all Program standards and requirements.
Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of cardiac sonographic principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, physics, positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
Key Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Licensures/Certifications
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
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Keywords:
Cardiac Sonographer, Echocardiography, Patient Care, Sonographic Procedures, Healthcare, Clinical Competence, Patient Documentation, Medical Equipment, BLS Certification, Performance Improvement
