Echo Tech

Cardiac Sonographer

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Monday Sunday: Varying Shifts | Rotating Nights, Weekends & Holidays

• 6:30a 4:00p
• 7:00a 4:30p
• 7:30a 5:00p

Summary of the Job:

Perform a variety of Cardiology procedures Echocardiograms, TEE, Stress Echo and Holter monitors. Knowledge of structural heart procedures is a plus. Ability to perform other delegated tasks in line with departmental policies and needs. Work well within an integrated care team. Be flexible to shift changes between the hospital and outpatient clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in allied health with course content that includes cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology
• Registered with ARDMS or CCI with RDCS or RCS credentials
• Current BLS certification-through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off
• Must have a high degree of professional ethics and conduct
• Adapt to fast paced work environment shifting priorities accordingly
• Must be able to take call (live or stay within 30 minutes of hospital)

Preferred Qualifications:

One to two years' experience in adult/pediatric ultrasound

Responsibilities for Cardiac Sonographer:

• Produce two-dimensional ultrasound recordings with color and doppler analyses of the heart and related structures using ultrasound equipment, for use by physician in diagnosis of heart disease
• Calculate, measure and document appropriate values on the study performed for review and interpretation
• Participate in structural heart procedures TEE, Surgery, TAVR and Watchman
• Ability to manage resources, personnel, supplies and your time
• Able to navigate hospital computer system EPIC and OCTAGOS
• Apply Holter monitors using the OCTAGOS program
• Responsible for providing high quality professional services

Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) reaching, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, reaching, handling/feeling, talking Occasionally (1%-33%) pushing/pulling, carrying, stooping, crouching, crawling

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.