JOB RELATIONSHIPS
Responsible to Cardiopulmonary Services Clinical Director.
DEFINITION OF POSITION
A Registered Cardiac Sonographer who is responsible for performing echocardiograms, transthoracic echos and stress tests.
QUALIFICATIONS
Professional
Demonstrates competence as a Cardiac Sonographer.
Registered as RDCS or RCS
Must strive to continue the educational process to maintain current practices
Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
Good verbal/written skills
Working Conditions:
Generally comfortable surroundings.
Extensive walking and standing.
Variable work hours expected (4-12 shifts).
Exposure to infectious diseases.
Exposure to radiation.
Moderate noise.
Exposure to air borne particles.
Exposure to caustic chemicals.
Risk of electrical shock.