Peds/Fetal Cardiovsc Sonogrphr

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

1/1/2021

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

610012

Job Title:

Peds/Fetal Cardiovsc Sonogrphr

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer independently performs professional level assessments and a variety of non-invasive studies using ultrasound and related diagnostic technology as appropriate and records the results and clinical preliminary impressions as indicated.  The results of these exams are used to direct the course of patient care.  The sonographer encounters difficult problems related to examination evaluations daily and must resolve them with limited supervision. There is daily contact with professionals and families.

This position is a full performance Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer with advanced knowledge of cardiac physiology and disease.  All examinations are performed within standard protocols on fetal, pediatric, adolescent and occasionally adult age groups.  The sonographer performs examinations in a variety of settings using both stationary and portable equipment; predominately working in the Pediatric Cardiology Clinic.

The sonographer assists with intraoperative transesophageal, echo, and exercise stress echo examinations. Preliminary impressions of examination results are relayed to AFCH cardiologists.

The Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer serves as a clinical instructor for the UW School of Ultrasound, and participates in the instruction of fellows, residents, and visiting physicians.  The Peds/Fetal Cardiovascular Sonographer may travel to UW Health clinical outreach locations or provide on-site pediatric echo training to outreach Diagnostic Specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Perform pediatric echocardiographic studies on patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, using multiple echocardiography systems and accessories appropriate to the patient’s specific diagnosis, age, height, and weight.

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May perform fetal echocardiographic studies on patients in the outpatient setting.

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Perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized always, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, recognizing the limitations of the equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

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Perform examinations, recognizing a variety of different types of cardiac defects and demonstrate the ability to tailor the exam based on the type of defect and clinical signs and symptoms present.

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Perform the most complex and difficult adult, pediatric, or fetal cardiac ultrasound examinations and use the most appropriate imaging for the situation.

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Perform emergency examinations in the department, intensive care units, other inpatient units, emergency department, cardiac cath lab, and operating room.

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Perform tests according to standard protocols; tailor the exam to answer the clinical question as appropriate.

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Review patient’s medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders. Obtains necessary clinical information from patients and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.

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Communicate to patient and family members in a timely and thorough manner that enhances the patient experience and promotes learning to understand procedures, symptoms, and to support health care outcomes.

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Keep appropriate records of the diagnostic tests performed.

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Communicate pertinent patient information to physicians and appropriate team members including abnormal findings and changes in test results from previous examinations.

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Request work orders for maintenance of equipment to provide optimal working condition. Order and replace supplies used. Keep exam area and procedure room stocked and clean.

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Prioritize the scheduling of studies for both outpatients and inpatients.

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Accurately process data needed to complete the report template in the electronic reporting tool.

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Accurately complete billing for the procedures being completed.

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Identify and assist in developing and reviewing patient education material.

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Assist with the training and orientation of other technologists as well as ultrasound students, medical students, residents, fellows and nursing students.

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Travel to UW Health clinical outreach locations or provide on-site pediatric echo training to outreach Diagnostic Specialists.

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Provide instructions to students from the UW School of Ultrasound.

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Meet continuing medical education requirements according to the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

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Attend local, regional and national conferences to obtain up-to-date testing techniques.

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Cooperate in data collection for research activities.

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Identify actual or potential care problems and report to research coordinator.

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Participate in utilization of quality control study recommendations.

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Utilize clinical research findings to identify various intervention techniques or procedures that may need modification.

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Learn about new equipment that may be added for diagnostic use and understand the equipment functions.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CHAAHEP) approved ultrasound program, Associate Degree in Biological Sciences, Radiology, Ultrasound, or relevant health sciences field

Required

Bachelor's Degree

in Ultrasound, Radiology, Biological Sciences, or relevant health sciences field

Preferred

Pediatric echocardiography experience

Preferred

2 years

of progressively responsible experience in a lab performing echocardiography testing

Preferred

Registered in Adult Echocardiography (AE)

Upon Hire

Required

Basic Life Support/CPR

Upon Hire

Required

Pediatric Echocardiography (PE)

Preferred

Fetal Echocardiography (FE)

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Demonstrate advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease.

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Ability to operate ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of possible techniques, including M-mode, two-dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping.

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Ability to perform examinations, recognizing the significance of all structures that are visualized, differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, while recognizing the limitations of equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

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Ability to perform echo sonography studies including complex studies: stress echocardiography, dobutamine echocardiography, and transesophageal echocardiography examinations.

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Demonstrate flexibility performing tests/scans in a variety of clinical environments.

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Ability to educate patients and families of safe and appropriate testing; thoroughly explaining procedures, answering questions and calming concerns.

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Ability to recognize and record cardiac pathology in order for the physician to render a diagnosis.

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Ability to make knowledgeable clinical assessments and judgments.

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Ability to use and apply clinical research findings to identify various intervention techniques or procedures that may need modification.

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Ability to maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.

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Demonstrate analytical decision-making skills; ability to quickly assess and resolve technical and patient care problems.

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Ability to select the proper transducer frequency tests performed.

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Ability to work both independently and as a care team member.

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Ability to interact professionally and develop effective relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Ability to lift up to 10 pounds maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one, which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10#

Negligible

Negligible

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Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may only be negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

up to 20#

Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls.

Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight

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Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

20-50#

10-25#

Negligible-10#

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Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

50-100#

25-50#

10-20#

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Very Heavy: Ability to lift over 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Over 100#

Over 50#

Over 20#

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.