The  Lead Cardiac Sonographer  reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.A clinically competent echocardiography sonographer who assumes the coordination of echo services. #INDW#LI-MC1RESPONSIBILITIES:The echocardiography technician performs inpatient and outpatient echocardiography procedures as ordered by a physician. These echo procedures include: 2-D, M-Mode echocardiography, pulsed, continuous wave, color and tissue doppler procedures on the adult patient population. Pediatric and neonate experience preferred, but not required. Assists with stress echocardiography and transesophageal echo procedures.Responsible for the coordination of daily workflow, echo procedural and staffing scheduling.Oversees echo staff, new employee and intern training and competenciesAssists with inventory management and charge capture.All functions of this role shall be performed within the guidelines of the department and hospital policies. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
