Echocardiographer

Job Description:

This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

Job Details

• Sign on Bonus: up to $2500.00 for eligible applicants

• Benefits Eligible: Yes. Click here to check out our benefits

• Shift: Full-time, 36 hrs/wk

Job Essentials

• Competency; Must demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.

• Prioritizes and schedules exams. Coordinates exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.

• Prepares for the exam by follow patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient. Performs ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner. Ensures patient safety and comfort and achieves quality outcomes.

• Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural technique.

• After the exam returns patient to room and ensures patient stability and safety.

• Throughout process, identifies patient needs and appropriately communicates and coordinates patient care with physician, other caregivers, patient, and family.

• Appropriately documents exam results and other needed information. Accurately charges for exams and supplies.

• Cleans and maintains equipment and work area and stocks supplies. Follows appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs. Supports team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.

• Participates in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge. Provides education for other caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• ARDMS, ARRT or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

• One of three of the following national registry credentials through ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI as applicable to the department. Multiple registries available within each specialty.

• Medical sonography

• Vascular technology

• Adult echo

• Adult congenital echo

• Pediatric echo

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

Physical Requirements:

• Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Seeing, Standing.

Anticipated job posting close date:

05/14/2024

Location:

Utah Valley Hospital

Work City:

Provo

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$36.72 - $56.67

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