Sonographer, Cardiac RVT PD - CDC Deptford
MAJOR FUNCTION:
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound examinations as prescribed by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner or midwife according to established practices and procedures. Assess patients’ heart through detailed ultrasound images taken during an echocardiogram which looks at blood flow, valve function, and chamber size. Accurately record patient data and test results. Diagnostic ultrasound procedures may include but is not limited to 2-D or 3-D echocardiograms, Strain, Contrast, Doppler, TEE and Stress Echo.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- Completion of approved Ultrasound Program.
- Previous experience in Ultrasound Technology preferred.
Certification/ Licensure:
- BLS required.
- Certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RDC).
- Certification through ARDMS as a Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or CCI as a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Physical Requirements Place an N, O, F or C in the boxes below N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly >80%) | |||||
| Lifting <20lbs | F | Standing | C | Sitting | F |
| Lifting 20-50lbs | F | Climbing | O | Kneeling | F |
| Lifting>50lbs | O | Crouching | O | Reaching | F |
| Carrying | F | Hearing | C | Walking | C |
| Pushing | F | Talking | C | Vision | C |
| Environmental Conditions | |||||
| Noise | F | Varied Temperatures | F | Cleaning Agents | F |
| Noxious odors | O | Patient Exposure | F | Operative Equipment | F |
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