Cardiac Sonographer

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift Description: Highlights Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, Paid time off 403B Retirement with match Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes. Tuition Reimbursement Hours | Schedule Full-time, 40 hours per week 2nd shift, 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm Weekends, Holiday and On-call rotation per CBA. Position Summary The Cardiac Sonographer performs routine and/or specialized cardia ultrasound exams. The echo cardiographer acquires/analyses data using diagnostic medical ultrasound and related technologies providing calculations/data for medical staff interpretations. What the Echo Tech II will do Performs routine and specialized echocardiograms using {M-mode, 2D, 3D, Color/ Spectral Doppler, and related technologies} Performs and assists with graded exercise and pharmacological stress echocardiographic procedures. In addition, other types of studies may be performed as they are developed and instituted in the department. Coordinates/ assists with performing Transesophageal Echocardiograms and optimizing echocardiographic images and data. Operate, maintain and optimize ultrasound and related equipment. Transport ultrasound equipment to patient units {general floor, cath lab, recovery, emergency, intensive care} as required performing bedside exams. Review patient charts and performs patient assessments to optimize and perform symptom-focused procedures. Acquire and analyze data to provide/prepare worksheets for medical staff review and interpretation. Function in an educational capacity for patients, patients’ family, nurses, physicians, and other audiences relative to skill. Participate in departmental/hospital quality assurance and clinical competency process. Cover a required amount of on-call responding to off-hour/ emergent calls (24/7) What the Echo Tech II Will need Graduate of a two-year program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Certification or re-certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire. Certification as Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (or able to attain credentials within 1 year of hire). Once registered, must maintain registry status in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited CAAHEP program Preferred: One or more years of ultrasound experience. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr