Echocardiography Technologist - Imaging

Ascension Healthcare; Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional imaging services. As a vital member of the Imaging department, you will perform diagnostic procedures, operate advanced imaging equipment, and ensure the highest standards of patient care and safety. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. With a rich history of over 148 years in healthcare, this organization provides numerous opportunities to enhance your career while making a positive impact on the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Cardiographic Tech or Radiologic Technologist credentials required within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures to assess cardiac structures.
• Set up and adjust imaging equipment for exams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agency standards.

Skills

Diagnostic procedures

Safety standards

Quality control procedures

Patient positioning

Imaging equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree/Technical degree

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

Details

+ Department: Imaging

+ Schedule: Full Time, Days, 36 hours per week

+ Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent Carmel

+ Location: Carmel, IN

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

1. Perform diagnostic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with accepted protocols.
2. Set up and adjust all imaging equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
3. Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.
4. Perform routine and complex studies and assist in a variety of imaging procedures.
5. Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
6. Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
7. Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
8. Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
9. Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. One or more of the following required:

• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Cardiac-Intrvn Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

1. High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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