Part-Time Echo Tech: Cardiac Imaging

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 5,395,000 - 8,323,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health seeks an Echo Tech to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under physician direction. Designed for recent echocardiography program graduates or those new to the field, with part-time shifts at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado.

On-call and 10-hour days (3/10’s) support exam scheduling and patient care. Responsibilities include competency in ultrasound protocols, coordinating exams, preparing patients, documenting results, and supporting quality improvement.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

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

Education

ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

Intermountain Health seeks an Echo Tech to perform diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under physician direction. Designed for recent echocardiography program graduates or those new to the field, with part-time shifts at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado.

On-call and 10-hour days (3/10’s) support exam scheduling and patient care. Responsibilities include competency in ultrasound protocols, coordinating exams, preparing patients, documenting results, and supporting quality improvement.