Echocardiography Technologist - Echocardiography - Full Time/Days - Req#2063894229

Antelope Valley Hospital; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley Hospital is seeking a skilled cardiac sonographer to perform various diagnostic cardiac exams. The ideal candidate will hold the necessary certifications, demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound techniques, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to patient care while working independently during on-call hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
• Ability to operate and transport cardiac ultrasound equipment.
• Skilled in cardiac exam techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform various cardiac exams and assist physicians.
• Evaluate images for diagnostic content.
• Prepare exams for interpretation by cardiologist.

Skills

Cardiac sonographic positioning

Evaluate cardiac sonograms

Operating ultrasound equipment

Education

DCS from ARDMS, or equivalent certifications

Job description

Job Objective : Under the direction of the Director of cardiovascular services performs a wide variety of diagnostic cardiac exams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs various exams, including cardiac exams, 2D Echo, Doppler, color flow, stress echo, trans-esophageal, dobutamine stress echo and pediatric echocardiography.

Know current technique for each specific exam.

Operates all cardiac ultrasound equipment properly and skillfully.

Identifies pathology and cardiac anatomy.

Evaluates images for diagnostic content.

Assists physicians.

Responsible for the completion of all procedures

Routinely prepares exams for interpretation by the cardiologist.

Operates all cardiac ultrasound equipment properly and skillfully.

Required to work on an on-call basis outside of his/her regularly scheduled work hours.

Following regularly scheduled shifts or when the shift ends early as a result of flexed hours.

Works independently after-hours and on holidays

Demonstrates knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific groups.

Participates in age specific educational and training programs.

Demonstrates proficiency in required age specific competencies.

Non-Essential Duties:

Answers telephone.

Schedules appointments

Orders supplies

Trouble-shoots equipment problems

Contacts service for repairs

Responds to change in scheduling.

Rotate shifts and days as needed.

Other miscellaneous duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

· Has thorough knowledge of all aspects of cardiac anatomy.

Skills

· Skilled in cardiac sonographic positioning and techniques

Abilities

· Ability to evaluate cardiac sonograms for technical excellence.

· Ability to operate and transport equipment.

AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• DCS from ARDMS, RCS or RCCS from CCI, or CRCS from CARDUP

AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations :

· Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy.

· Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy.

· Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.

· Ability to adhere to the department dress code.

· Ability to organize work and establish priorities.

· Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties.

· Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.

· Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.

· Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff.

· Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC.

· Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients, hospital and department information.

· Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.

· Safely and effectively use all the equipment necessary to carry out duties.

· Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.

· Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements.

· Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.

· Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.

· Display a willingness to work as a team player.

· Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.

· Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors.

· Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.

· Ability to follow the Code of Conduct.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Work in a normal lab setting during daytime hours.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.