PEDIATRIC CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER

Under the direction of the Head of the Division of Pediatric Cardiology, performs echocardiographic procedures to examine all aspects of the human heart and identifying signs of common and complex heart diseases. Follows all policy and procedures according to the standards set by the Echocardiography Laboratory. Requires on-call duty rotation, nights, and weekends; fulfills requests to return to site to perform urgent studies.

Typical Duties

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  * Performs echocardiographic procedures to examine all aspects of the human heart and identifying signs of common and complex heart diseases.

  * Obtains image and Doppler information required to define complex congenital heart disorders for patients referred for evaluation of non-corrected anatomy and function and/or evaluation of surgical reconstruction or repair.

  * Collects data and provides timely preliminary report of findings for patients referred for evaluation of suspected or known congenital and/or acquired heart disease; works with a wide variety of patients including fetuses, premature infants, neonates, children, adolescents, and adults.

  * Prepares detailed reports and findings in support of physician/cardiologist interpretation to diagnose and screen medical conditions; follows standards set by the Echocardiography Laboratory.

  * Deciphers the correlation of findings with reported or anticipated results from prior fetal echo studies.

  * Assists Pediatric Cardiologist and physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasound guidance as requested.

  * Provides care in a manner consistent with the patient's needs and other special considerations.

  * Schedules and performs echocardiograms as needed.

  * Maintains the confidentiality of the patient protected health information (PHI).

  * Ensures equipment is in optimum condition; notifies appropriate personnel when equipment requires servicing or is damaged; cleans, sanitizes, and checks all echocardiogram equipment before and after each use.

  * Prepares echocardiography materials for case conferences, CQI meetings, research, and educational presentations.

  * Maintains knowledge and understanding of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, tissue characteristics and measurements of blood flow.

  * Remains current with certifications and educational requirements.

  * Requires on-call duty rotation, nights, and weekends; fulfills requests to return to site to perform urgent studies.

  
  

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospital System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To Take advantage of the preference a Veteran must:

• Meet minimum qualifications for the position
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering "Yes" to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD 214's, DD 215's, or NGB 22's, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department or Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list an Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.