Cardiac Sonographer

Cardiac Sonographer Requisition Number: 11245 Pay Range: $43.27 - $65.15 per hour Location:CHA Cambridge Hospital Category:Allied Health Department:Heart Station Job Type:Full time Union Name:Cambridge Laborers 380 Length Of Shift(s) In Hours: 8hr or 10hr shifts Shift Start + End Times:6:30am-5pm or 7:30am-4pm Hours/Week:40.00 Weekend Requirements: Rotating on-call Holiday Requirements: Rotating on-call On Call Requirements: Rotating on-call for weekends and holidays (8am-4pm) Up to $10K SIGN ON BONUS FOR NEWLY HIRED STAFF Department Description The Cardiovascular Department at Cambridge Health Alliance provides a full range of tests to evaluate the health of a patient's heart and blood vessels. As an Echocardiography Accredited Facility, the lab utilizes state-of-the-art equipment for services including Echocardiograms, Electrocardiograms (EKG), various stress tests, and vascular testing. The lab also offers Holter and Cardiac event monitors and runs a device clinic for in-person and remote checks on pacemakers, defibrillators, and loop recorders. These services are available at two locations, Cambridge Hospital and Everett Hospital. Summary Performs a broad spectrum of non-invasive cardiovascular test to provide medical specialists with data for diagnostic purposes. Performs a wide range of cardiovascular non-invasive tests according to an established protocol, in a manner that effectively promotes and supports the efficient operation of the department, including: Cardiovascular 2-D imaging, color flow, spectral display, continuous and pulsed wave Doppler, Exercise/pharmacologic stress, harmonics and contrast imaging , Holter scanning. Recognizes adequate vs inadequate data collection, and prepares preliminary report in a form presentable for physician interpretation. Recognizes abnormalities and life threatening findings and reports to physician or nursing unit as indicated. Documents notification as part of Quality Improvement activities Requirements Education/Training: Accredited Allied Health Program, registry eligible Certifications: American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Healthcare Provider Work Experience: Previous clinical background required Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People. #J-18808-Ljbffr