`Echocardiographer / Cardiac Sonographer - UWMC-Northwest Echo Lab (Per-Diem)

Job Description Echocardiographer / Cardiac Sonographer Work Schedule 0% FTE, per-diem Day Shift Department Description Located in north Seattle, the Heart Institute at UW Medical Center – Northwest provides a wide range of cardiac services, including early prevention, risk assessment and acute and chronic disease management. Our services include general cardiology, cardiac diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, arrhythmia management and electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, and advanced heart failure management. We emphasize imaging quality by ensuring our dedicated team of sonographers have time to perform a comprehensive examination — including the use of advanced techniques — on every patient. Position Highlights Conveniently located near public transportation Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve Opportunity to provide career growth Primary Job Responsibilities Conduct appropriate patient chart preparation utilizing the EHR to perform and analyze comprehensive complex diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures on adults and adolescents including, but not limited to: Transthoracic Echo (TTE) (with M-mode, pulsed-wave, continuous-wave, and color Doppler) Stress Echocardiograms Assist physicians with Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEEs) and Pericardiocenteses; prepare TEE probe for high-level disinfection Employ safe and appropriate methods for patient transfer and positioning; observe and monitor patient’s condition during examination Regularly participate in the sonographer on-call rotation at the UWMC – NW Campus Main Hospital Prepare a preliminary report that includes anatomical and physiological data and diagnostic observations; assign preliminary report to the appropriate reading cardiologist Continually evaluate patient flow and work assignments, make necessary adjustments, and prioritize work accordingly Perform other duties such as answering phones, exam room setup and turnover, helping lead sonographer with inventory, stocking linen, and other duties Requirements Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR Registry eligible; registry must be obtained within 6 months of hire OR Equivalent education/experience About UW Medical Center – Northwest UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion. Team & Mission Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. Our mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Compensation & Benefits Pay Range : $48.49 hourly – $75.90 hourly Benefits : For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift & Employment Type Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular: This is a temporary position FTE: 0.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional About The UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and a diverse, welcoming environment. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all as an equal opportunity employer. Disability accommodation requests can be made to the Disability Services Office. #J-18808-Ljbffr