Entry-Level Echo Technician — Cardiac Imaging Career

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 54 000 - 83 000; Temps partiel

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Résumé du poste

Intermountain Health is seeking an Echo Technician to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular ultrasound exams under physician supervision. This role targets recent graduates or entrants to the field, emphasizing patient care and protocol adherence.

You will prioritize exams, coordinate with medical staff, educate patients, and document results while maintaining safety and comfort. This part-time on-site role offers mentorship and hands-on collaboration with the clinical team.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Sonography Proficiency

Digital Proficiency

Clinical Care Skills

Time Management

Risk Management

Healthcare Language Fluency

Patient Instructional Skills

Healthcare Professional Development

Instructional Design and Delivery

Quality Assurance

Formation

ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

Description du poste

Intermountain Health is seeking an Echo Technician to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular ultrasound exams under physician supervision. This role targets recent graduates or entrants to the field, emphasizing patient care and protocol adherence.

You will prioritize exams, coordinate with medical staff, educate patients, and document results while maintaining safety and comfort. This part-time on-site role offers mentorship and hands-on collaboration with the clinical team.