Echo Tech

Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center; Globe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center is seeking a skilled Echo/Vascular/General Ultrasonographer to perform Echo Cardiac Ultrasound exams and general ultrasound procedures. You will collaborate with physicians to diagnose conditions, explain procedures to patients, and gather clinical history while prioritizing patient care.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in echocardiography, 2+ years of experience, strong anatomy knowledge, and current BLS certification, with English literacy

Qualifications

• Associate degree in echocardiography from an accredited program.
• Minimum 2 years prior experience in echocardiography preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform Echo Cardiac Ultrasound procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis.
• Perform general ultrasound procedures as required.
• Explain procedures and educate patients; assess understanding.
• Confirm orders and communicate with attending physicians or hospitalists.
• Maintain skills and continually upgrade knowledge base; operate ultrasound equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Patient care

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Echocardiography

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

If you are caring, someone who likes to do a good job and wants to work for an employer who values these same traits, then CVRMC wants you. The Echo/Vascular/General Ultrasonographer is responsible for performing Echo Cardiac Ultrasound procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease, injuries or other medical conditions; provides a high degree of compassionate patient care. Additionally, this position will be required to perform general ultrasound procedures. This position will utilize appropriate techniques in performing the best possible ultra sound studies. Will confirm order and diagnosis with medical record/follows-up with attending or hospitalist if necessary. Explains procedures, educates patient, assesses for level of understanding and clarity. Gathers appropriate historical data. Maintains skills and continually upgrades knowledge base. Communicates adequately and appropriately with physicians. Prioritizes patient needs and patient load.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree from an accredited Echocardiography program (2 years minimum)
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in echocardiography preferred
• Extensive knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and physiology, hemodynamics, and disease states for adult patients
• Extensive Knowledge of the physics of ultrasound and the ability to translate that knowledge into practical applications, instrumentation, and troubleshooting
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, family members, physicians, co-workers, and other health care professionals
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDSC) by the American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonograph RDSC or RDMS registry eligible
• Current BLS certification
• Must be able available and flexible to be part of the call rotation