St Joseph Regional

Location: US:PA:Reading

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: Day

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic echocardiograms/stress tests abiding by all rules, policies and procedures with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical center, state, local and federal mandates. He/she performs diagnostic procedures according to the patient's needs through the attending physician's request. A high degree of proficiency, accuracy and customer service skills are required to provide excellent service to the customer base in an on-going consistent manner while exercising good judgment in performance of procedures and providing good patient care. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

High school diploma or GED required 

Graduation from an accredited training program in Cardiac and/or General diagnostic radiology (Certificate in Cardiac Sonography) required 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Associate Degree preferred 

Two years of cardiac ultrasound work experience preferred 

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: 

American Heart Association "BLS" Provider certification required 

RDCS Certification from ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medial Sonographers) or RCS Certification from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) required

If chosen for this position, you may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

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