Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network as a Sonographer The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns POSITION SUMMARYThe Echo Sonographer under the direction of a Cardiologist performs Echocardiography exams at technical level that do not require direct supervision over technical detail The Sonographer conducts a variety of Echo exams including Doppler Transesophageal Echo TEE D exams Bubble and Contrast exams Uses independent judgment ingenuity and acquired knowledge to obtain quality diagnostic imagesWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network as a Sonographer The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns POSITION SUMMARYThe Echo Sonographer under the direction of a Cardiologist performs Echocardiography exams at technical level that do not require direct supervision over technical detail The Sonographer conducts a variety of Echo exams including Doppler Transesophageal Echo TEE D exams Bubble and Contrast exams Uses independent judgment ingenuity and acquired knowledge to obtain quality diagnostic imagesEDUCATIONCERTIFICATION bull Graduate of an accredited program of Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography bull Must obtain Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer RDCS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer RCS certification within one year of hiring and maintain registration by obtaining Continuous Medical Education Credits CMES every months bull Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role bull Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with organizational policyEXPERIENCE bull Minimum education of a high school diploma or GED is required bull Minimum of two years relevant experience preferred bull Experience in working with and caring for all age groups of patients bull Bilingual in EnglishSpanish is desirable but not requiredCOMPETENCIES bull Complete knowledge of physics anatomy medical terminology sterile technique and universal precaution as it relates to Echocardiography practice is necessary bull Excellent interpersonal verbal and written and communications skills with patients from all age groups as well as Cardiologists Nursing Physicians and co workers bull Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites as travel is required to perform the essential functions of the position bull Ability to work cooperatively with department staff by sharing in taking required rotational ldquocallrdquo hoursESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Provides appropriate clinical care to the patient before during and after to assure the patientrsquos comfort Properly prepares and positions patients taking care that IVrsquos catheters and oxygen leads etc remain intact and are handled with care Exhibits a constant awareness of sterile practice and initiates all procedures using appropriate Infection Control Procedure If necessary coordinates patientrsquos medical needs with Nursing staff Applies expertise and knowledge of machine functionality during patient exams to obtain quality images Verifies that all exam images are received by the PACs system for Cardiologistrsquos review Reports any equipment malfunctions to Bio Med and supervisor Accurately completes computer Meditech patient procedure documentation Assures the accuracy of documentation understanding that all items will be charged to the patientrsquos hospital bill Is available to Cardiologist for review and discussion Independently responds to on call to perform procedures Drives to affiliate andor contracted location to provide services as may be required Travels to all areas of the hospital with portable equipment as needed Responsible to insert IVs and administer Definity Independently runs onersquos own schedule and properly documents patient flow while remaining sensitive to patientsrsquo care and other co workersrsquo needs and desires Remains flexible in patient flow in order to accommodate daily emergency calls and requests for inpatient procedures Assists in obtaining transportation for patients when procedures are scheduled by internal Hospitalists Physicians etc Works cooperatively to accomplish all tasks as a member of the Team Adheres to established department procedures for storage administration on billing of contrast material Maintains professional growth and development through seminars self study workshops and professional affiliations Consistently anticipates emergency situations and takes action to minimize or prevent a negative outcome by demonstrating the ability to organize and delegate appropriately in emergency situations Participates in department QI for IAC and KPIs data collection and reporting and Policy and Procedure maintenance with Team LeaderWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATION bull Graduate of an accredited program of Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography bull Must obtain Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer RDCS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer RCS certification within one year of hiring and maintain registration by obtaining Continuous Medical Education Credits CMES every months bull Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role bull Must possess and maintain a valid driverrsquos license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with organizational policyEXPERIENCE bull Minimum education of a high school diploma or GED is required bull Minimum of two years relevant experience preferred bull Experience in working with and caring for all age groups of patients bull Bilingual in EnglishSpanish is desirable but not requiredCOMPETENCIES bull Complete knowledge of physics anatomy medical terminology sterile technique and universal precaution as it relates to Echocardiography practice is necessary bull Excellent interpersonal verbal and written and communications skills with patients from all age groups as well as Cardiologists Nursing Physicians and co workers bull Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites as travel is required to perform the essential functions of the position bull Ability to work cooperatively with department staff by sharing in taking required rotational ldquocallrdquo hoursESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Provides appropriate clinical care to the patient before during and after to assure the patientrsquos comfort Properly prepares and positions patients taking care that IVrsquos catheters and oxygen leads etc remain intact and are handled with care Exhibits a constant awareness of sterile practice and initiates all procedures using appropriate Infection Control Procedure If necessary coordinates patientrsquos medical needs with Nursing staff Applies expertise and knowledge of machine functionality during patient exams to obtain quality images Verifies that all exam images are received by the PACs system for Cardiologistrsquos review Reports any equipment malfunctions to Bio Med and supervisor Accurately completes computer Meditech patient procedure documentation Assures the accuracy of documentation understanding that all items will be charged to the patientrsquos hospital bill Is available to Cardiologist for review and discussion Independently responds to on call to perform procedures Drives to affiliate andor contracted location to provide services as may be required Travels to all areas of the hospital with portable equipment as needed Responsible to insert IVs and administer Definity Independently runs onersquos own schedule and properly documents patient flow while remaining sensitive to patientsrsquo care and other co workersrsquo needs and desires Remains flexible in patient flow in order to accommodate daily emergency calls and requests for inpatient procedures Assists in obtaining transportation for patients when procedures are scheduled by internal Hospitalists Physicians etc Works cooperatively to accomplish all tasks as a member of the Team Adheres to established department procedures for storage administration on billing of contrast material Maintains professional growth and development through seminars self study workshops and professional affiliations Consistently anticipates emergency situations and takes action to minimize or prevent a negative outcome by demonstrating the ability to organize and delegate appropriately in emergency situations Participates in department QI for IAC and KPIs data collection and reporting and Policy and Procedure maintenance with Team LeaderWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment