Cardiac Sonographer

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 46,686 - 58,107; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida is seeking an experienced Echocardiogram Technician responsible for performing all echocardiograms, including various modalities such as Color Doppler and Transesophageal echocardiogram. This role requires effective communication and a strong commitment to patient care.

The ideal candidate should possess an accredited Echocardiography program completion. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, with a focus on fostering an inclusive care environment and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Echocardiography program is required.
• ACLS certification is preferred.
• Ability to perform echocardiograms at a high technical level.

Responsibilities

• Perform all echocardiograms in accordance with established standards.
• Participate in weekly Echo conferences.
• Maintain Echo equipment and supplies.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of cardiovascular ultrasound techniques

Education

Completion of an accredited Echocardiography program

High School or Equivalent

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Tools

Phillips IE33

HD11

CX50

Job description

Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift: M-F with Rotating Weekends/Holidays

Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate: Min $33.89 Mid $42.18

Position Summary

Responsibility for performing all echocardiograms to include 2D, M-Mode, Color Doppler, Pulse Wave Doppler, Continuous Wave Doppler, Transesophageal echocardiogram, stress echo and other related examinations according to established standards and practices at a high technical level. All echo technologists will perform echocardiograms in accordance with the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories standards.

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All That We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform procedures efficiently, professionally and safely, requiring minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, pathophysiology, electrophysiology and congenital anomalies. Knowledge of digital computer system used in stress echo.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular ultrasound techniques and modalities
• Rotates call on nights and weekends as assigned.
• Maintains Echo equipment and supplies as described in department SOP
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Participates in weekly Echo conferences
• Responsible seeking and attending continuous education programs to remain competent in their field.
• Experience with equipment including: Phillips IE33, HD11, CX50. Tee probe sterilization process. Stress echos, and pediatric echos.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Nonessential

• ACLS

Qualifications & Experience

• High School or Equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Echocardiography program
• Basic Cardiac Life Support

Certifications Essential

• Cardiac Sonographer Registry RCS or RCDS within two years of hire.

Certifications Preferred

• Cardiac Sonographer Registry, RCS or RCDS

Experience Essential

• Either prior work experience or a clinical practicum at an acute care hospital.

Experience Preferred

• One year of experience in an acute care hospital.