Ped Echocardiographer I, CCMCP

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Summary:

Performance of complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Ultrasound procedures can include: Transthoracic echocardiography ultrasound on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. Transesophageal echocardiography ultrasound on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. Fetal echocardiography ultrasound. These responsibilities will take place in clinic and hospital settings that include inpatient and outpatient. On call responsibilities will take place nights, weekends and holidays.

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program, preferred.
• Experienced as an echocardiographer, preferred.
• 1 year of pediatric experience, preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• Credentialed as a Registered Sonographer (RDC) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCSC) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), must be obtained within 2 years of hire date
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• Certified as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), preferred.
• BLS Certified

About Us:

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.