INTERN- ECHO CARDIAC ULTRASOUND SONOGRAP

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking an Echo Sonographer Intern to perform diagnostic echocardiography under supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer. You will assist physicians during procedures, deliver excellent customer service, and communicate clearly with patients, families, and medical staff.

The role requires attending in-services, annual reviews, and educational programs to stay updated on echocardiography procedures, equipment, and policy guidelines, while

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Interaction with patients across all ages.
• Detailed-oriented with a professional demeanor.
• Maintain knowledge of echocardiography procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic echocardiography under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer.
• Assists physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested.
• Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family members, physicians and other medical staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Professional conduct

Education

Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 16207640 Echocardiography Work Shift: Job Description: The Echo Sonographer Intern at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer, assisting medical staff during procedures, delivering excellent customer service, and effectively communicating with patients, family members, and medical personnel. This role is required to attend in-services, annual reviews, and educational programs, staying knowledgeable about Echocardiography procedures, equipment, and relevant changes in the field

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs high quality/cost effective diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer.
• Assists Physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested/required.
• Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, other medical staff and NMMC staff members.
• Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs.
• Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Echocardiology examinations.
• Stays abreast of changes in Echocardiography.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Good written and verbal communication; required
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics; required
• Serves patient population categories of infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Perform Echocardiography procedures under the direction of a Registered Echocardiographer
• Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times
• Maintain all of the NMHS Behavioral Standards.
• Detailed oriented
• Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude and presence toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
• Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. occasionally
• Balancing. occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Frequently
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00

Education: Associate’s Degree | Diagnostic Medical Sonography | Required

Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International - CCI

North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission - to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.