Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer Job Functions :

• Be able to interact and communicate effectively - both orally and in writing - with healthcare providers, including other Sonographers, Physicians, and Nurses
• Be well-versed in Medical Terminology
• Be capable of explaining the purpose of the Echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients' questions
• Be aware of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures
• Be familiar with, and in compliance with, relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy
• Be competent in first aid and certified in Basic Life Support
• ARDMS and / or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date
• Performs 2D echo with color flow Doppler exam in ≤ 45 minutes
• Sonographer consistently demonstrates good judgment with regard to use of echo contrast
• Consistent patient preparation, including evaluation of requisition or medical record
• Preparation of exam room, identification of patient, infection control procedures (i.e., Standard Precautions), patient assessment, and instruction concerning the procedure
• Follows Exam protocol listed in Partners in Integrated Care echo lab guidelines consistently
• Performs clinical assessment and Cardiac sonography examinations for requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the provider(s).
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
• Addresses problems with patients as they arise and makes decisions appropriately to resolve the problems.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate provider.
• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring provider(s) when required, according to established procedures.
• Assists in coordination of work schedule with leader to assure workload coverage with maximizing schedule(s).
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area and adequate supplies. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate leader.
• Participates in the maintenance of any laboratory accreditation.
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships with good rapport with all interrelating facilities.
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Provide in-service to other staff members as requested by management.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer Working hours :

Monday to Friday 8AM - 5PM

Scheduled 40 hours per week

Note : Mileage is reimbursed for travel between clinics.

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Interview Format - HireVue

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

Benefits

Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security-both today and in the future, including :

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health benefits effective day 1

Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay

Recognition pay

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Scholarships for eligible dependents

Parental and caregiver leave

Employee charity matching program

Network Resource Groups (NRGs)

Career development opportunities

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$64,300 - $87,700 per year

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care : CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company : CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE : HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.