Þscription Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer -Phillips Cardiology Practice - Union Square Downtown- Full Time- Days- Rotating Saturdays The Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer is responsible for providing exceptional patient care. This individual will help lead the performance of diagnostic tests of the cardiovascular systems on patients and to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and blood vessel disorders. Participates in the non-invasive cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities Demonstrates competency in the techniques and range of equipment used in current medical practice for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients. Performs echocardiogram, exercise stress echocardiogram testing and Dobutamine stress echocardiogram testing and/or vascular ultrasound exams and vascular stress testing (PVR), per credentialing, to aid in diagnosis of the cardiovascular system. Responsibilities may include to train and conduct performance of fetal echocardiograms in pediatric setting. If in a pediatric setting, may perform transthoracic echocardiogram examinations in pediatric and congenital cardiac patients, from neonatal to adult age range. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical pathological and diagnostic images. Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning and imaging techniques to optimize the quality of ultrasound images. Maintains required departmental records. Maintains day-to-day patient and study logs, data acquisition, and records statistical data (procedure volumes/interpretation volumes) as applicable. Assures that equipment is maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications. Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment and scan rooms. Reports any malfunctions as they occur per hospital policy. Participates in department process improvement projects. Prepares preliminary interpretation and report for Attending Cardiologist’s review. For critical results/findings notifies provider per institutional policy Maintains infection control policy and procedures. Consults with cardiologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements. Assists in maintenance of supply inventory and requests necessary supplies for test area. Completes continuing education to enhance professional growth and maintain credentials. Assists students and fellows learning in lab and may assist in the evaluation of students. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) or an unaccredited Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Program with a minimum of 1-year full-time cardiovascular ultrasound experience fulfilling requirement to sit for Registry. 0-2 years minimum of experience Active ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RVS/RCS) status required. Heartsaver Certification from American Heart Association or BLS (Basic Life Support) from the American Heart Association preferred. Compensation Statement The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for this role is $54.20 - $59.75 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. SEIU 1199 at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and MS Downtown, AKR - Phillips Cardiology Practice - USD, Union Square - Downtown Employer Description Strength Through Diversity The Mount Sinai Health System believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education, and advancement as we revolutionize medicine together. We invite you to participate actively as a part of the Mount Sinai Health System team by: Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential. Serving as a role model confronting racist, sexist, or other inappropriate actions by speaking up, challenging exclusionary organizational practices, and standing side-by-side in support of colleagues who experience discrimination. Inspiring and fostering an environment of anti-racist behaviors among and between departments and co-workers. At Mount Sinai, our leaders strive to learn, empower others, and embrace change to further advance equity and improve the well-being of staff, patients, and the organization. We expect our leaders to embrace anti-racism, create a collaborative and respectful environment, and constructively disrupt the status quo to improve the system and enhance care for our patients. We work hard to create an inclusive, welcoming and nurturing work environment where all feel they are valued, belong and are able to advance professionally. 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