Humana · 3 months ago
Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer
Decatur, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$64K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expHumana is a leading healthcare company focused on providing proactive and preventive care to seniors. They are seeking a Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer who will perform echocardiographic examinations and communicate findings to healthcare providers while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
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Responsibilities
Be able to interact and communicate effectively – both orally and in writing – with healthcare providers, including other Sonographers, Physicians, and Nurses
Be well-versed in Medical Terminology
Be capable of explaining the purpose of the Echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients’ questions
Be aware of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures
Be familiar with, and in compliance with, relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy
Be competent in first aid and certified in Basic Life Support
ARDMS and/or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date
Performs 2D echo with color flow Doppler exam in ≤ 45 minutes
Sonographer consistently demonstrates good judgment with regard to use of echo contrast
Consistent patient preparation, including evaluation of requisition or medical record
Preparation of exam room, identification of patient, infection control procedures (i.e., Standard Precautions), patient assessment, and instruction concerning the procedure
Follows Exam protocol listed in Partners in Integrated Care echo lab guidelines consistently
Performs clinical assessment and Cardiac sonography examinations for requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the provider(s)
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings
Addresses problems with patients as they arise and makes decisions appropriately to resolve the problems
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate provider
Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring provider(s) when required, according to established procedures
Assists in coordination of work schedule with leader to assure workload coverage with maximizing schedule(s)
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care
Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area and adequate supplies. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate leader
Participates in the maintenance of any laboratory accreditation
Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships with good rapport with all interrelating facilities
Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided
Provide in-service to other staff members as requested by management
Performs other work-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Certification in Vascular and Echo
ARDMS and/or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date
Completion of Ultrasound Technology Training at an accredited school
Certification as an Ultrasound Technician (or equivalent) with 1+ years' experience in a diagnostic facility or hospital as an Ultrasound Technician, however, willing to accept New Graduates who are eager to learn
Must have good knowledge of Ultrasound equipment and techniques
If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
Must be a team player with excellent communication skills
Preferred
Experience with MS Outlook along with basic computer knowledge
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Benefits
Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health benefits effective day 1
Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
Recognition pay
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Tuition assistance
Scholarships for eligible dependents
Parental and caregiver leave
Employee charity matching program
Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
Career development opportunities
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Company
Humana
Humana is a health insurance provider for individuals, families, and businesses.
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