Sutter Gould Medical Foundation (SGMF) is a non-profit, multi-specialty health care organization affiliated with Sutter Health. Based in Modesto, SGMF provides quality medical care, health education and research activates in a five-county area. SGMF's medical staff includes family practitioners, internists and pediatricians, as well as a range of specialist physicians. Services include imaging, nuclear medicine, a health library, health education programs, occupational medicine, diabetes education, nutrition counseling, infertility counseling, weight management and pharmacy.

Position Summary:

Accurately performs cardiovascular tests as ordered by a physician within her/his scope of practice. Accurately document tests, which are performed. Forwards copies of results in a timely manner to the appropriate physician(s).

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's degree in Healthcare field or equivalent
• Understanding of ambulatory health care practices such as would be gained working in a physician's office for one year
• Experience operating imaging equipment and performing required studies.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) upon hire
• Able to travel 10%

Minimum Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, in particular the cardiovascular system.
• A knowledge of what constitutes an emergency requiring a physician's immediate attention.
• A knowledge of medical terminology.
• A knowledge of computers and their applications.
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively in English.
• Willing to cross-train in other departments.
• Ability to accept, implement and evaluate change.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities paying particular attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively operate imaging equipment and prepare patient for the test.
• Organizational skills are important for this position.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and demands on time.
• Excellent customer service skills are required for this position.
• Requires the ability to scan images in multiple planes, and be able to produce exams that have complete and accurate information.
• Exams must be diagnostically accurate and acceptable to physicians interpreting the data.