Echo Technologist - Per Diem*

Washoe Barton Medical Clinic; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem rate add-on

Job summary

Carson Valley Health is seeking an Echo Technologist for per diem work. Primary duties include performing diagnostic ultrasound exams of the heart for evaluation by the attending physician, with patient comfort and safety prioritized. Per diem status adds 15% to hourly rate; work is on an as-needed basis.

Certification options include RDCS, CCT, or RCS; BLS is required. One year of experience is highly preferred, and strong communication with staff and patients is essential.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required; other credentials preferred.
• Minimum one year experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and clinical data.
• Explain procedure to patient and provide care, comfort, safety and confidentiality.
• Perform echocardiography examinations and interpret with Cardiologist.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Education

BLS certification

RDCS/CCT/RCS credentials

Job description

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Echo Technologist - Per Diem*

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3 days ago Requisition ID: 3242

Echo Technologist - Per Diem*

*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Primary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.

Secondary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician; preferred but not required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Certification required:

• Current BLS certification required.

Certification preferred:

Credential (at least one required or completed within 6 months of eligibility)

• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

OR

• CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician through CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International.

OR

• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer through CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Minimum one-year experience highly preferred.

Other

• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Review medical records for patient history and supporting clinical data.
• Explain procedure to patient; provide patient care, support, comfort, safety and confidentiality.
• Select equipment and imaging modalities, position and prep, to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.

Echocardiography

• Perform all echocardiography examinations offered at this facility.
• Display a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology to obtain optimal studies.
• Select and record preliminary study results on work sheet.
• Make pertinent measurements and label.
• Direct study to Cardiologist for interpretation.
• Consult with Cardiologist about unusual scans and assist with interpretation.
• Maintain ultrasonography equipment. Recognize malfunctions and need for servicing. Ensure quality control procedures are maintained. Order department supplies.

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!

Echo Technologist - Per Diem*

*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Primary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.

Secondary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician; preferred but not required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Certification required:

• Current BLS certification required.

Certification preferred:

Credential (at least one required or completed within 6 months of eligibility)

• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

OR

• CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician through CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International.

OR

• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer through CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum one-year experience highly preferred.

Other

• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Patient Care

• Review medical records for patient history and supporting clinical data.
• Explain procedure to patient; provide patient care, support, comfort, safety and confidentiality.
• Select equipment and imaging modalities, position and prep, to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.

Echocardiography

• Perform all echocardiography examinations offered at this facility.
• Display a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology to obtain optimal studies.
• Select and record preliminary study results on work sheet.
• Make pertinent measurements and label.
• Direct study to Cardiologist for interpretation.
• Consult with Cardiologist about unusual scans and assist with interpretation.
• Maintain ultrasonography equipment. Recognize malfunctions and need for servicing. Ensure quality control procedures are maintained. Order department supplies.

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!

Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.

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CVH Standards of Behavior Final 032323.pdf

MEDICAL IMAGING - Echocardiography Technologist.docx