Echo Sonographer

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to making a difference in patient care. This role focuses on providing individualized, direct patient care through various sonographic procedures, including echocardiograms and stress tests. You'll compile patient histories, present findings, and foster strong relationships within a collaborative healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to patient confidentiality, and the ability to work independently under pressure. If you're ready to contribute to a compassionate environment and enhance your professional skills, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: 1 year experience in cardiac ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and educate patients about procedures.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and document findings.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Computer Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Cardiac Anatomy

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Culturally Sensitive Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Windows Applications

Role-Specific Software

Job description

We've made significant progress since opening our doors in 1942, but our commitment remains unchanged: to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, record broken, and patient helped is because of our dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work directly with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Job Summary

This position involves providing individualized, direct patient care through a variety of sonographic procedures and tests, including electrocardiograms, stress tests, echocardiograms (2D/M Mode, Doppler, Color Flow), Exercise Stress Echo, and Dobutamine Stress Echo. Responsibilities include compiling patient history and diagnostic information, presenting preliminary findings, and maintaining a high standard of personalized patient care while fostering positive relationships with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required: None; Preferred: 1 year experience in cardiac ultrasound

Certifications

Required: Active RDCS registry through ARDMS or RCS registry through CCI within 6 months of hire; BLS from the American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with computer skills and data entry
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency with Windows applications and role-specific software
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidentiality
• Ability to work under pressure and independently
• Flexibility in work hours
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and blood flow hemodynamics
• Skills to identify stenosis or occlusion and assist with interventional procedures
• Ability to provide culturally sensitive patient care

Job Duties

• Prepare and educate patients about procedures
• Perform diagnostic procedures
• Document findings and maintain records
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Plan and organize workflow effectively
• Maintain professional development and credentials
• Adapt communication to patient needs
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information

This description is not exhaustive and duties may change. The role involves compliance with all relevant laws and standards, and adherence to the Ochsner Health System's policies. Physical and environmental demands include handling heavy exertion and exposure to communicable diseases. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to accessibility and accommodations for all applicants.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied through our careers website. Candidates residing outside specific states are not eligible for remote work. For accessibility accommodations, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or [e-mail]. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.