Contract Cardiac Sonographer

Tampa General Hospital, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

InterHealth Staffing, the staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, seeks a Contract Cardiac Sonographer to support the Cardiovascular Center in Tampa. Under supervision, you will perform non-invasive tests, assist with stress tests, tilt tables, and TEEs as needed.

You will document images and values, uphold patient rights, and follow safety procedures. Contracts range from 13–26 weeks with potential extension and a path to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal 2-year Echocardiography program.
• ARDMS/CCI registry current.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum two years experience in non-invasive cardiology lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac related procedures/tests.
• Assist physician with stress tests, tilt tables, and TEEs as required.
• Perform echocardiograms and EKGs independently.
• Document images and values during procedures; ensure patient rights.
• Adhere to Tampa General Hospital mission, vision and values.

Skills

Echocardiography

Non-invasive cardiology lab

Patient safety

Education

Two-year Echocardiography program

Tools

ARDMS/CCI registry

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description - Contract Cardiac Sonographer (26000427)

InterHealth Staffing, the for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, connects healthcare professionals with flexible opportunities while supporting TGH’s commitment to world-class, compassionate care. Opportunities include permanent clinical float positions, available Full Time, or Part Time, as well as 13-26-week contract assignments offering competitive pay. Contract roles are designed with a strong focus on conversion to permanent employment, while extension opportunities may also be available based on business needs and mutual interest. As the region’s leading safety-net hospital, Tampa General provides the opportunity to work within a complex healthcare environment while delivering world-class, compassionate care to the communities we serve. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, experience within TGH, or a pathway to a long-term career, InterHealth provides an opportunity to experience TGH from the inside and explore where your career can grow.

Tampa General Hospital’s Cardiovascular Center has six cardiac catheterization laboratories, including two EP labs and seven interventional radiology suites. TGH was most recently awarded full Atrial Fibrillation with Electrophysiology Services Accreditation status from SCPC for its expertise and commitment to quality patient care.

Under supervision of the Non Invasive Cardiology Manager and according to established policies and procedures for various age groups of patients,performs cardiac related procedures/tests.

Assists physician performing procedure to include but not limited to stress tests, tilt tables, and TEE's when required and performs other tests to include but not limited to echocardiograms and EKG's independently.

Documents appropriate images and valuesduring the procedure. Assures patient rights.

Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed in patient care settings. Extensive interaction with patients, staff, physicians, family members, and visitors is required.

Considerable walking, lifting, bending, stooping, standing for long periods of time and exposure to bodily fluids is involved. Pushing and pulling of patients, stretchers and machinery is involved. Lifting of supplies is also required. Exposed to radiation, but there is minimal chance of injury/illness when established safety procedures are followed. Exposed to back injuries/muscle strains from lifting/positioning patients and pushing carts.

• Completion of a formal 2-year accredited program in Echocardiography (Echo) or equivalent experience with the ARDMS/CCI registry.
• Certification: ARDMS/CCI adult or pediatric registered.
• Current BLS required.
• Minimum Two years' experience in non-invasive cardiology lab

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Cardiovascular Services (Non-RN)

Organization

InterHealth

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday