Echocardiography Technologist Cardiovascular Sonographer

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare Inc. seeks an Echocardiography Technologist Cardiovascular Sonographer to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under physician guidance. Ideal for recent graduates or entry-level professionals aiming to advance in imaging and patient care at St.

Vincent Regional Hospital. The role emphasizes competency, patient safety, teaching, and collaboration within a clinical team. The position offers full-time hours with 10-hour shifts, call, and opportunities to develop

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical competency for department protocols.
• Prioritize and schedule exams; coordinate with staff, physicians, and patients.
• Prepare patients for exams, educate patient/family, and transport to the exam.
• Identify patient needs during exams and communicate with team.
• Document exam results and apply appropriate charge codes.
• Maintain equipment, work area, and supplies, and coordinate repairs.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and participate in education.

Skills

Sonography Proficiency

Digital Proficiency

Clinical Care Skills

Time Management

Risk Management

Healthcare Language Fluency

Patient Instructional Skills

Healthcare Professional Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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. This role is designed for recent graduates of an echocardiography program and/or new to the field or have minimal experience.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible? As an Echocardiography Technologist Cardiovascular Sonographer at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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Posting Specifics

• Shift Details : Full-time (40 hours), variable, 10-hour shifts. Call.
• Unit/Location: St. Vincent Regional Hospital
• Additional Details: Minimum Qualifications listed below.

E ssential 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

  Qualifications

  Minimum Qualifications Echo Technician I

  • 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.

  Minimum Qualifications Echo Technician II

  • 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 a minimum of one registry with the following years of service:
  • ≥10 + echocardiography experience
  • ≥5+ echocardiography experience + Associates Degree
  • Competency (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)
  • 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