Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Job Title: Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer

Schedule: This position is for varying shifts, 7a-7p & 9a-9p.

Part Time / 24 hrs

About the Department: Join our team at Henry Ford Rochester Hospital (HFRH), located in the charming and historic community of Rochester. Known for its downtown shops, wineries, and top-rated schools, Rochester offers a small-town feel with access to big-system resources. Our department is dedicated to providing exceptional cardiac and vascular care, utilizing advanced diagnostic technologies to support patient health and well-being. We pride ourselves on a collaborative environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering high-quality care.

Role Overview: As a Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer, you will play a critical role in supporting the Mission and Vision of HFRH by performing noninvasive cardiac and vascular diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Your work will directly assist physicians in assessing patient cardiac and vascular health, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. This role is essential for ensuring patients receive timely and effective care.

Why Henry Ford Health: At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do:

• Perform 2D & M-Mode Echocardiograms, including cardiac Doppler evaluations using color flow imaging, continuous wave, and pulsed wave analysis.
• Conduct Carotid Duplex scans, Venous Duplex scans, Abdominal Duplex scans and Peripheral Arterial Evaluations according to industry standards and department protocols.
• Assist physicians in performing transesophageal echocardiograms and cardiovascular stress testing procedures, including Dobutamine and Exercise Stress Echocardiograms.
• Prepare preliminary technical reports and relay critical findings to physicians in acute situations.
• Obtain accurate patient medical histories and document technical findings appropriately.
• Assist in general department functions, including answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and maintaining supplies and equipment.

What You Will Need:

• Ability to perform a variety of noninvasive cardiac and vascular diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Proficiency in utilizing cardiac and vascular ultrasound equipment and physiologic recorders.
• Skill in preparing preliminary technical reports and documenting patient information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in training new employees or students in cardiovascular techniques and procedures.
• Familiarity with cardiac imaging contrast agents and their application in suboptimal studies.
• Must be dual registered in echocardiography and vascular ultrasound.

What We Offer: At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of collaboration, career growth, and mission-driven work. You¿ll have access to learning opportunities that empower you to excel in your role and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

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