Echocardiography Technologist I

Onvida Health; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Onvida Health is hiring an Echocardiography Technologist I in Yuma, Arizona. This full-time role involves performing high-quality cardiac ultrasound procedures and assisting in specialized invasive procedures. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, Basic Life Support certification, and be a Registered Cardiac Sonographer.

The role requires strong communication skills and maintaining accurate patient documentation while ensuring equipment safety and care. Join the dedicated team at Onvida Health to contribute to quality cardiac care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) necessary.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive adult and pediatric cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Assist in diagnostic and therapeutic testing/procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and echo data management.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound procedures

Patient communication

Equipment maintenance

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma/GED

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Job description

Overview

Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 72.00 Hours Every Two Weeks. Shift: Days. Pay Rate Type: Hourly. Location: Yuma Medical Center.

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates. Min = $33.74; Mid = $42.17; Max = $50.61.

The Echocardiography Technologist I is responsible for performing high-quality cardiac ultrasound procedures and other noninvasive echocardiography testing to produce images of the heart. The Echo Tech I assists the physician in providing specialized invasive echocardiography procedures including in the OR and Cath Lab. The Echo Tech I requires specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population.

Responsibilities

• Performs non-invasive routine and emergent adult cardiac ultrasound examinations; obtains history, explains procedure to patient, and uses good judgment in determining if additional images are necessary for proper diagnosis. Provides 2D and 3D echo studies; performs specialized non-invasive echo studies including stress echo, and contrast echo.
• Performs non-invasive routine and emergent infant and pediatric cardiac ultrasound examinations. Obtains history, explains procedure to patient, and uses good judgment in determining if additional images are necessary for proper diagnosis, and provides 2D echo studies.
• Assists the physician in providing diagnostic and therapeutic testing/procedures in specialized and invasive cardiac procedures including TEE, TAVR, ASD closures, CABG’s, and ablations.
• Ensures proper maintenance and care of the equipment and supplies, including appropriate procedure, technique and documentation in the disinfection of machines, and probes for patient safety.
• Maintains accurate patient documentation, including the echo data management system, assists in providing timely echo reports, and accurately enters all charges for billing purposes.
• Maintains and develops professional skills and knowledge and promoting continuous improvement of workplace practices.

Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Certification as Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

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