Echo Tech

MedCadre; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre in Grand Junction, CO, seeks an ultrasound specialist to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under physician direction, using echocardiography techniques to identify abnormalities affecting patient diagnosis.

4x10 hour days, on-site schedule with 30-minute on-call window; requires RDCS or RCS certification, HS diploma or GED, and experience in transesophageal, stress/dobutamine, and transthoracic echocardiography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• RDCS or RCS certification required.
• 1 year of experience in cardiac ultrasound preferred.
• Proficiency in transesophageal, stress/dobutamine, and transthoracic echocardiography.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures to evaluate cardiovascular structures and function.
• Reviews tests for quality, ensures accurate imaging, and coordinates documentation.
• Maintains safety and effective handoffs between shifts with clear communication.
• Operates and maintains ultrasound equipment and supplies; participates in quality initiatives.

Skills

Transesophageal Echo

Stress and Dobutamine Echo

Pediatric Echo

Adult Echo

Transthoracic Echo

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree

RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Job description

Job Summary

This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease. Prepares exam room. Obtains informed consent and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam. Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols. Explains method of examination and positions patient. Assesses the patients status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patients on-going condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
• Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images. Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
• Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately. Informs patient of physicians instructions or ancillary caregivers observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care. Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency. Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
• Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or repairs or service due. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment. Transports patients as needed.
• Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts are required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Required Skills & Experience

• N/A

Preferred Skills & Experience

• N/A

Required Skills

['Transesophageal Echo', 'Stress and Dobutamine Echo', 'Preferred: Pediatric Echo', 'Adult Echo', 'Transthoracic Echo']

Additional Skills

['SELECTION OF PROTOCOLS', 'EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION', 'DOCUMENTATION', 'PATIENT ASSESSMENT', 'COORDINATION', 'INFORMED CONSENT', 'CLINICAL HISTORY']

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Education

• Associates degree.

Required Certifications & Licensure

• RDCS -Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
• RCS -Reg Cardiac Sonographer.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

• N/A

Languages

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Minimum Degree Required

Completed High School (Diploma or GED)

Schedule Notes

o Shift: 40 hours per week; 4x10hr Day shifts; Share on call obligations on nights, weekends, and holidays (requires 30-minute response time)

o OnCall: Yes - Per Mgr. workers need to be within 30 min for call

o Experience: 1 years of experience Experience in cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography) Preferred

o Certification (one of the following): ARDMS - Currently registered as American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) RCS (CCI) - Registered through CCI as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer o BLS (AHA) Required Reason: Vacancy