Echo Vascular Technician

Intermountain Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 53,409 - 82,408; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package covering wellness programs

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a sonographer in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, to perform diagnostic cardiac and vascular exams under physician guidance. The candidate will demonstrate technical competence, coordinate patient care, and maintain exam equipment. Required qualifications include ARDMS or CCI certification and BLS. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and an hourly rate of $38.77 to $59.82 based on experience.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams for identifying abnormalities.
• Coordinate exams with medical staff and patients.
• Document exam results and maintain equipment.

Skills

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

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution

ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Job description

Job Description

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

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.
• 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, ensuring patient safety and comfort and achieving quality outcomes.
• Throughout the exam, identify patient needs and appropriately communicate and coordinate patient care with physicians, other caregivers, patient, and family.
• After the exam, return patient to room and ensure patient stability and safety.
• Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural technique.
• Appropriately document exam results and other needed information, applying appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work area, and stock supplies; coordinate repair or supply needs as appropriate.
• 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.

Skills

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution (verified).
• Physical abilities: carrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing, sitting, speaking, standing.

Location

Intermountain Health Heart & Vascular Wheat Ridge; Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Schedule

40 hours per week; hourly rate $38.77 – $59.82 (dependent upon experience).

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package covering a wide range of wellness programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.