Echo Sonographer - PRN

INTEGRIS Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oklahoma is seeking an Echo Sonographer to join their Diagnostic Cardiology team. The role involves performing ultrasound procedures and ensuring exceptional patient care while working with state-of-the-art technology. Qualified candidates should hold current certifications, possess strong technical skills, and be committed to providing the highest quality of care.

Benefits

Increased compensation plans

Front-loaded PTO

100% paid short-term disability

Increased retirement match

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Current ARRT certification or ability to obtain RDMS/RDCS within 12 months.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, experience in patient care required.
• Effective communication skills in English (written/verbal) are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D and Doppler evaluations for various vascular systems.
• Manage patient prioritization and review requisitions based on illness severity.
• Ensure quality control checks and generate monthly reports.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Technical Skills

Quality Control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Allied Health or related field

Current CPR Certification

Job description

INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center Portland Avenue, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, has a great opportunity for an Echo Sonographer in Oklahoma City, OK. In this position, you’ll work PRN with our Diagnostic Cardiology team, providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our increased compensation plans and recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers, such as front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.

The Ultrasound Technologist operates ultrasound equipment, performs various technical procedures, and is responsible for patient care in the area. This position requires population-specific competencies.

Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on patient contact level. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable law, including protected veteran or disability status.

INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualifications

One of the following is needed:

• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (must obtain current ARRT Sonography certification within the first 90 days of hire).
• The ability to obtain current RDMS, RDCS, or RVT certification within 12 months of hire through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Diagnostic Cardiology Only:

• Will also accept Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) registry.

Breast Imaging Centers only:

• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Breast Sonography) for Mammography techs only performing breast sonography.
• Successful completion of an Allied Health post-secondary education program that is patient-care related OR equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (written/verbal).

Diagnostic Cardiology:

• Will also accept Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) registry.

Lakeside Women's Hospital:

• Knowledge of preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments and supplies preferred.

Responsibilities

The Ultrasound Technologist responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs general ultrasound procedures
• Performs 2D, pulsed wave Doppler, color flow Doppler evaluations on the upper and lower extremities for both the arterial and venous systems, visceral vascular, and carotid imaging
• Reviews in-patient requisitions and prioritizes patient list based on severity of illness, special procedures, requests, and equipment availability; revises schedule as needed
• Develops film by automatic processing promptly; manipulates laser printer and processor for high-quality images
• Performs daily quality control checks and generates monthly reports
• Manages procurement, storage, and routing of supplies
• Ensures sterilization of instruments and proper storage

For Echocardiographers:

• Performs echocardiography on adults and pediatric patients
• Performs peripheral vascular procedures

For Lakeside Women's Hospital:

• Prepares and documents sterilization processes
• Completes high-level disinfectant process education annually

For Breast Sonographers:

• Performs breast ultrasound procedures
• Reviews prior imaging, acquires clinical history, and correlates findings
• Optimizes exams using Doppler, color Doppler, panoramic imaging
• Assists radiologists with interventional procedures
• Operates radiographic equipment if ARRT registry in Mammography and Radiology is held

The Ultrasound Technologist reports to the Lead Technologist and/or Manager/Director. This role involves physical demands and respiratory fit testing; refer to the Physical Demands Project SharePoint or Risk Management/Employee Health for details. Exposure to equipment, fumes, contagious patients, radiation, and biohazards is possible. The work may include irregular hours, emergency callbacks, and working in dark rooms up to 60% of the time.