Echosonographer I

Job Description

Job Description

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Location: MO-SSM Health University Tower

Worker Type: Regular

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This role involves conducting diagnostic procedures to evaluate cardiac structures and hemodynamics, adhering to established protocols. The position encompasses either adult or pediatric echocardiography.

• Conducts necessary diagnostic tests, documents patient results, and communicates findings.
• Ensures patient comfort and safety during procedures, notifying physicians of any abnormalities or changes in patient conditions.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and confirms that all equipment is functioning properly; reports any issues.
• Accurately positions patients and selects appropriate anatomical and technical parameters.
• Ensures compliance with standards set by regulatory agencies.
• Submits high-quality images and documentation to PACS promptly, ensuring correct lead markers and patient information.
• Assists in keeping the department organized, including procedure rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms.
• Maintains a state of alertness and safety at all times.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

• Completion of an accredited Echosonography program.

• No prior experience necessary.

• Regularly stands and walks.
• Frequently uses vision and depth perception for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.
• Engages in frequent oral communication, utilizing hearing and speech.
• Regularly distinguishes body sounds and responds to alarms or equipment malfunctions.
• Frequently lifts, carries, and pushes/pulls items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly assists in moving patients.
• Engages in frequent reaching, gripping, and data entry.
• Occasionally lifts and moves objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.
• Occasionally uses vision to identify and differentiate colors.
• Occasionally bends, stoops, squats, twists, and performs repetitive movements with legs and arms.
• Rarely kneels or sits.

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• And
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Or
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Adult Echocardiography (AE) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Day Shift (United States of America)

Employee

SLUCARE CAR UCT 1120

40

Our organization values its outstanding employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package tailored to their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We offer upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.