Echo Technologist - Cardiac Imaging Specialist

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Vor Ort; USD 54.000 - 83.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Intermountain Health is seeking an Echo Tech to perform diagnostic cardiac exams under physician direction. The role involves 40 hours/week across four 10-hour shifts, with a rotating day off and on-call duties. Primary site is St. Mary’s Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, CO, with rotations to the Cardiology Clinic.

Key requirements include ARDMS/CCI certification and BLS; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Excellent clinical skills and patient communication are essential for timely, safe exams.

Qualifikationen

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.

Aufgaben

• Demonstrate technical competence for department-specific protocols.
• Prioritize and schedule exams.
• Coordinate exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.
• Prepare for the exam by following patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient.
• Perform ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort and achieve quality outcomes.
• Identify patient needs and communicate and coordinate patient care with physicians, other caregivers, patient, and family.
• Return patient to room and ensure stability after the exam.
• Mentor caregivers and students on equipment use and procedural technique.
• Document exam results and other needed information.
• Apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work area, and stock supplies.
• Coordinate repair or supply needs through proper channels.
• Support team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
• Participate in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge.
• Provide education for other caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.

Kenntnisse

Sonography Proficiency

Digital Proficiency

Clinical Care Skills

Time Management

Risk Management

Healthcare Language Fluency

Patient Instructional Skills

Healthcare Professional Development

Instructional Design and Delivery

Quality Assurance

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree

Jobbeschreibung

Intermountain Health is seeking an Echo Tech to perform diagnostic cardiac exams under physician direction. The role involves 40 hours/week across four 10-hour shifts, with a rotating day off and on-call duties. Primary site is St. Mary’s Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, CO, with rotations to the Cardiology Clinic.

Key requirements include ARDMS/CCI certification and BLS; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Excellent clinical skills and patient communication are essential for timely, safe exams.