Echocardiography Technologist

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Clinical ladder for professionalgrowth

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Geisinger Heart Institute is seeking a skilled cardiac sonographer to perform and assist echocardiography exams in a busy adult lab. You will prepare patients, acquire high-quality studies and document findings under a licensed practitioner.

The role includes ultrasound-enhancing agent use per ASE guidelines, as well as education and supervision of students. Expect to work days with on-call responsibilities; benefits include relocation assistance for qualified candidates and a $15,000 sign-on

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program in a related field.
• ARRT/ARDMS/CCI certification within 6 months of hire.
• Adult Echocardiography AE or CCI credential required.
• 1 year related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist echocardiography procedures under a licensed practitioner.
• Prepare and document clinical history; verify patient identity and confidentiality.
• Follow ALARA principles to maximize patient safety and care.
• Prepare/ administer ultrasound enhancing agents per ASE guidelines.
• Evaluate images for quality and ensure data archiving/transfer.
• Educate and mentor students and other health care providers.
• Communicate abnormal findings to the provider for urgent testing.
• Collaborate on interventional sonographic procedures with clinicians.
• Maintain equipment parameters for diagnostic procedures as requested.

Skills

Cardiac echocardiography

Ultrasound imaging

ALARA principles

Patient safety

Education & mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Graduate from specialty training program

Tools

ARRT/ARDMS/CCI certifications

Echocardiography equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Summary

Join Our Incredible Team at Geisinger! Are you passionate about making a difference and working with a supportive, high-performing team? At Geisinger, we believe in empowering our employees to thrive while delivering exceptional care and service. $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible applicants!! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!

Job Duties

Responsible for a variety of technical duties necessary to the acquisition of echocardiographic examinations and maintenance of the normal operation of the adult echocardiography laboratory. Cardiac sonographers independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of various cardiac imaging procedures. Sonographers prepare, administer and document activities related to ultrasound enhancing agents in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned department.

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Preparing and/or administering ultrasound enhancing agents through new or existing vascular access site in accordance with ASE guidelines for appropriate use.
• Communicates abnormal and unexpected findings with the provider to prioritize the need for additional testing or urgency of care with the licensed provider.
• Collaborating with a licensed practitioner in the performance of sonographic interventional procedures.
• Ensuring equipment parameters for diagnostic and interventional procedures are of optimal technical and administrative quality as requested by a licensed practitioner.
• Performing diagnostic, interventional, sonographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner or during appropriate educational activities.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Join our team and receive up to a $15.000 joining bonus, plus, relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Hours

Days/ 7:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

On Call

Weeknight, Weekend and Holiday rotation required. Details will be discussed during interview process

Great learning opportunities. Clinical ladder to recognise and promote professional growth and development

The Following Certifications Required Upon Hire

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) as a sonographer or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification within 6 months.
• Adult Echocardiography: ARDMS (AE) or CCI credential.

To learn more about Geisinger Heart Institute, please visit: https://www.geisinger.org/patient-care/institutes/heart-institute

Benefits Of Working At Geisinger

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Related Field of Study (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Adult Echocardiography within 6 months - ARDMS or CCI

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.