Cardiac Sonographer

Pay range:

Hourly $51.79 - $77.69

The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing diagnostic procedures as well as assisting physicians with diagnostic procedures in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.

Pre-Procedure Responsibilities

• Obtains pertinent patient/clinical information prior to exam, ensuring physician order matches the clinical information, bringing to physician's attention if there is a question.
• Greets patients in a respectful manner.
• Explains the procedure to the satisfaction of the patient.

During the Procedure Responsibilities

• Ensures patient comfort during the exam.
• Properly identifies patient using standard safety practice (two patient identifiers) of asking his/her full name and date of birth, as well as checking unit number and date.

Post-Procedure Responsibilities

• Informs patient ...