Cardiac Sonographer

Located in the Town of Gilbert, Az, a suburb of Phoenix, this position is critical to the success of Mercy Gilbert Medical Center and requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Dignity Health.

• Explains procedure to patient and/or family prior to and during examination
• Obtains clinical history relevant to examination and consult with referring physician regarding appropriate ultrasonic procedure.
• Selects proper controls on machine, calibrates machine, and performs Echocardiography examination of diagnostic quality, visualizing and documenting as many cardiac structures as possible.
• Utilizes ancillary devices (i.e.: cameras, video records, etc.) to obtain permanent record of examination.
• Keeps equipment in good operating condition, must have the ability to detect instrument malfunctions. Inspects and ensures proper maintenance and makes minor maintenance adjustments or reports the need for major repairs.
• Selects tracings for Cardiologist interpretation. Tracings will be measured and calculated prior to submission to Cardiologist for interpretation.
• Maintains department records, including patient charts, files, tapes, etc., as well as departmental statistical information.
• Notifies Cardiologist of test(s) to be interpreted in a timely manner. Assists in maintaining 24-hour interpretation turn-around time. Notifies Cardiologist of any unusual or possibly-abnormal tracing that, in the technologist's opinion, may need immediate attention.

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.