| Location | Little Rock, Arkansas |
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at
askrecruitment@uams.edu
.
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Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED Plus Graduation from an accredited Medical Sonography Program.
Registered Diagnostic Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer within one year of hire
Must be registry eligible. Must complete registration within one year of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Cardiac ultrasound experience, including treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
Current CPR
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Gather and Analyze Data
Collects required patient data and vital signs.
Performs transthoracic, exercise, and pharmacological stress echocardiograms on adult patients utilizing appropriate techniques (M-Mode, 2D, Doppler Color Flow, Spectral Doppler, and bubble studies).
Sets up for and assists the physician or licensed provider with procedures and examinations.
Sets up for and assists with Transesophageal studies, including patient monitoring and manipulation of ultrasound equipment controls.
Performs all required online and offline measurements, calculations, and velocities of acquired images.
Recognizes distinct types of cardiac diseases and pathology.
Immediately reports critical findings to the reading cardiologist(s).
Contrast Administration
Initiates IV access as needed, and according to UAMS policies and procedures.
Utilizes and administers contrast (perflutren or bubble) according to UAMS policies and procedures and documents correctly as evidenced by quarterly performance improvement data.
Documentation
Accurately completes billing and coding information for performed procedures
Documents in EPIC based on CNL guidelines
Other duties as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
askrecruitment@uams.edu
for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.