Cardiac Sonographer, full time, days, $15,000 Sign-On Bonus at University of Maryland Medical System in Bel Air, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

Cardiac Sonographer, full time, days, 7:30AM-6PM




JOB SUMMARY: Performs diagnostic cardiac/vascular ultrasound procedures following professional, technical standards and hospital specific protocols to produce sonographic images and measurements that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disorders. Performs procedures on ambulatory as well as acute care patients of all stages of life from neonate to the geriatric population. Performs all job tasks necessary to self-manage the laboratory assigned. Performs all tasks necessary to provide a healing patient care environment while promoting excellence in customer service.


Company Description
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.


A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.


Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.



University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:

• University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD


• The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD


• The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD


• The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Qualifications

Education & Training:Graduate of an accredited diagnostic ultrasound or cardiovascular ultrasound program. RDCS/RCS or RVT/RVS registry required. BLS required.



Work Orientation & Experience
: One year of cardiac or vascular experience preferred. Dual cardiac and vascular experience is highly preferred.



Skills & Abilities: Visual and hearing abilities sufficient for observing and interpreting technical information provided by a variety of equipment displays graphic and written sources. Ability to: a) steadily perform cardiac/vascular ultrasound procedures in the presence of acutely ill patients, highly anxious family members, multiple physician requests and changing supervisory requirements necessary to serve the patient population; b) convey effective verbal and written information; c) respond to emergency situations appropriately; d) relate positively with and reassure patients; e) maintain discretion with patients; f) organize and manage time effectively setting appropriate priorities; g) make independent decisions consistent with current policies and procedures; h) communicate effectively projecting a positive image of the organization in support of Service Excellence expectations; i) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the patient care setting; and j) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.


Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.



Compensation:



•Pay Range: $34.05/hr-$56.35/hr
•Other Compensation (if applicable):
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