Echo/Vascular Technologist | $3,500 Sign-On Bonus

Intermountain Health; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,500

Job summary

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, UT is seeking an Echo/Vascular Technologist II to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under physician supervision. The role covers multiple sites across Utah County and Wasatch Back with rotating work location and a 36-hour workweek on 4x9 or 3x12 schedules.

Candidates should hold ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography and BLS. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.
• Prepare for the exam by following patient identification processes and educating patient and family.
• Perform ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort and achieve quality outcomes.
• Document exam results and other required information; apply correct charge codes.
• Maintain equipment and work area; coordinate repairs or supply needs.

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

Job description

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital

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.

This position supports continued growth across the Canyons/South Market and provides coverage at multiple locations, including the Wasatch Back (Park City and Heber), Utah County (Utah Valley Hospital), and rural sites as needed. Work location will rotate based on department needs.

Posting Details

• Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per week; four 9-hour shifts preferred, with three 12-hour shifts also possible
• Typical Hours: Approximately 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. for the 4x9 schedule
• Day Off: Rotates
• Location: This position supports multiple sites throughout Utah County, the Wasatch Back, and rural areas. Work location will rotate based on department needs.
• Experience: Experienced technologists preferred; new graduates will also be considered
• Sign-on Bonus: Up to $3,500 for eligible candidates

Essential Functions

• Competency; Must 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. Ensure patient safety and comfort and achieve 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. Apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work area, and stock supplies. Follow appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs.
• 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. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

Echo/Vascular Technologist II Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Must achieve each of the following areas:
• Must meet all Echo/Vascular Technologist I qualifications
• Certification/Registry
  • Obtain any two of the national registry credential(s) through ARDMS, CCI, or ACS as applicable to the department:
  • Vascular technology
  • RPHS (Registered Phlebology Sonographer)
  • TCD (Transcranial Doppler)
  • Adult Echo
  • Adult Congenital Echo
  • Advanced Cardiac Sonographer

• Obtain / Maintain a minimum of one registry with the following years of experience:
  • Ten or more years of echocardiography experience
  • Five or more years of echocardiography experience with an Associates Degree

• Demonstrated competency requirements: (Participate in either of the following)
  • Must complete a minimum of 1500 studies as related to credentials
  • Must have documented Echo Medical Director review of a minimum of 5 studies in addition to a supervisory skills pass off of a minimum of 20 studies. (Must use IMH health approved form)
    • Internal applicants must furnish upon application
    • External applicants must complete within 3 months of hire

• Formal written recommendation by each of the following:
  • Echo/Vascular Manager
  • Cardiovascular Director
  • CV Imaging Medical Director

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typical includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital

Work City

Provo

Work State

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$39.16 - $60.42

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