Travel Cath Lab / EP Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

Newsandtribune; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Sonographer with over 1 year of experience in adult transthoracic echocardiography for a cardiology unit supporting inpatient, ED, and outpatient populations.

Requirements include BLS certification and ARDMS-RDCS or CCI-RCIS certification, with at least 1 year of core cardiac sonography experience. EPIC EMR and Phillips PACS experience preferred. Shifts are 8 hours, Monday–Friday, with no weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification required.
• ARDMS-RDCS or CCI-RCIS certification required (license if applicable).
• Minimum of 1 year of core work experience in cardiac sonography, with latest within the last year.
• Graduate of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program preferred.
• Experience with adult transthoracic echocardiography, contrast studies, doppler and color flow imaging.
• No TEE or stress echo experience required.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform adult transthoracic echocardiograms and related studies.
• Utilize EPIC EMR and Phillips PACS ISCV system.
• Support cardiology unit serving inpatient, ED and outpatient populations.
• May assist with mentoring other Echo Techs, though not required.
• 8-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday; no weekend rotation.
• Holiday coverage as needed; may float to nearby facilities.
• Department orientation and EPIC training provided upon start.

Skills

Time management

Independent work

Strong communication

Education

Graduate of accredited cardiac ultrasound program

BLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Phillips PACS

Phillips EPIQ

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Sonographer with over 1 year of experience in adult transthoracic echocardiography for a cardiology unit supporting inpatient, ED, and outpatient populations.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification required
• ARDMS-RDCS or CCI-RCIS certification required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum of 1 year of core work experience in cardiac sonography, with most recent experience within the last year
• Graduate of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program preferred
• Experience with adult transthoracic echocardiography, contrast studies, doppler, and color flow imaging
• No TEE or stress echo experience required
• Strong ability to work independently with good time management skills
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Responsibilities

• 15-bed hospital with an attached 8-bed ED and Primary Care Clinic
• Cardiology unit performing 4-8 echoes per day
• Patient population includes adult inpatient, ED, and outpatient
• May assist with precepting other Echo Techs, though not required
• Uses EPIC EMR and ISCV by Phillips PACS system
• Preferred use of Phillips EPIQ ultrasound equipment
• 8-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday, 0730-1600 or 0800-1630
• No weekend rotation or on-call requirements
• Holiday coverage as needed based on department needs
• May float to nearby Advocate Health facilities based on department needs
• Perform adult transthoracic echocardiograms, contrast studies, and doppler/color flow imaging studies
• Department offers remote leadership support, 24/7 RT and Hospitalist coverage, and radiologist availability
• Limited transporter availability within the unit
• Department orientation and EPIC training provided upon start
• Initial scanning competency assessment required
• Scrub requirement: Galaxy blue scrub top with black scrub pants
• Free parking available on-site
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Returning employees must be separated from any Advocate Health Southeast facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position
• RTO approval available for up to 7 days
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be considered

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

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