Echo Technologist Days

HCA Florida Blake Hospital; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Blake Hospital in Bradenton, FL is seeking an Echo Technologist or Sonographer to provide echocardiographic and non-invasive cardiologic exam services to patients from neonate to geriatric. You will perform M-Mode, 2D, Color Flow and Doppler studies and assist with trans-esophageal echocardiograms.

The role requires one year of adult echocardiography experience, an AA/AS or equivalent in a science program, current ultrasound registry, BLS certification, and the ability to lift up to

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year in adult echocardiography preferred.
• AA, AS Degree or proof of equivalent college hours in health science, natural science, nursing or any other program with primary science content, or Cardiovascular Program.
• Current Ultrasound registry required.
• Registry required within one year of hire date with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS) or The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS).
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support provider approved by American Heart Association.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• You will prepare and position patients and equipment in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures.
• You will perform and process M‑Mode, Two‑dimensional, Color Flow and Doppler Echocardiograms; assist with Trans‑esophageal Echocardiograms.
• You will maintain, compile, calculate and prepare findings for physician interpretation and archiving.
• You will obtain high quality radiographic and fluoroscopic images.
• You will maintain proactive, effective communication with patient and radiologist regarding any findings, patient histories and test results as appropriate.
• You will collaborate and confer with all colleagues and members of the healthcare team.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient care

Sonography

Education

AA/AS Degree or equivalent in health science / Cardiovascular Program

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a Echo Technologist Days you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Blake Hospital, which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

Our Imaging Teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. We are seeking an Echo Tech. As our new Echocardiographic Technologist or Sonographer, you will provide echocardiographic and non‑invasive cardiologic examination services to neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. You will perform procedures in a careful, compassionate and respectful manner. We prioritize patient care. If you are dedicated to caring for the well‑being of others, this could be your next opportunity.

Your tasks and responsibilities may include

• You will prepare and position patients and equipment in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures.
• You will perform and process M‑Mode, Two‑dimensional, Color Flow and Doppler Echocardiograms; assist with Trans‑esophageal Echocardiograms.
• You will maintain, compile, calculate and prepare findings for physician interpretation and archiving.
• You will obtain high quality radiographic and fluoroscopic images.
• You will maintain proactive, effective communication with patient and radiologist regarding any findings, patient histories and test results as appropriate.
• You will collaborate and confer with all colleagues and members of the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year in Adult Echocardiography preferred.
• AA, AS Degree or proof of equivalent college hours in health science, natural science, nursing or any other program with primary science content, or Cardiovascular Program.
• Current Ultrasound registry required.
• Registry required within one year of hire date with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS) or The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS).
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support provider approved by American Heart Association.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Blake Hospital is a 380+ bed hospital located in Bradenton, FL. We have a thirteen acre campus by the Gulf Coast beaches. We are the only state‑designated Level II trauma center in Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. We have received verification by the American College of Surgeons. Our services include 24‑hour emergency care, open‑heart surgery, burn care, cancer care, joint replacement and inpatient rehabilitation. We are a recipient of the American Heart Association’s Gold Fit Friendly Designation. We have an onsite day care program, Happy Cubs, a 24 hour employee fitness center and a healthy work environment. We develop our colleagues through cross‑training into new units and ongoing skills development. We offer continuing education courses and opportunities for advancement. We also offer great benefits. We hope you’ll consider a career at HCA Florida Blake Hospital.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.