Echocardiographer - ECHO - Hospital - Jackson, CA, United States - Sutter Health

Description

Sutter Health is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer for a job in Jackson, California.
Job Description & Requirements


Specialty:
Cardiac Sonographer


Discipline:
Allied Health Professional


Start Date:

ASAP

Duration:
Ongoing


Employment Type:
Staff

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health


Organization:
SAH-Sutter Amador Hospital


Position Overview:

Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values and mission of the organization.

Responsible for all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence.
In addition to those performed by the Level I performs:

• Transesophageal echocardiograms with or without three dimensional imaging
• Intra operative transesophageal echocardiograms
• Structural Heart Procedures in the cardiac Cath lab

- complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms

May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department


Job Description :
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EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Other:
Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

Level I or II:
RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Level III
~ BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider ​

2 of the following:

RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer
ACS (CCI) - Advanced Cardiac Sonographer
ARDMS - RDCS(AE) - Adult
ARDMS - RDCS(PE) - Pediatric
ARDMS - RDCS(FE) - Fetal
ARDMS - RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
Level I - No experience required.
Level II - Minimum of 2 years of experience.
Level III - Minimum of 5 years of experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE (will vary by level)

Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline

Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient's PHI.
Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.


Job Shift:
Days


Schedule:
Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:
Variable


Weekend Requirements:
Saturday, Sunday


Benefits:
No


Unions:
No


Position Status:
Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0


Employee Status:
Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $58.20 to $72.74 / hour. Level II Pay Range is $61.10 to $76.37 / hour. Level III Pay Range is $67.37 to $84.21 / hour.
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location.

This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled.

Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs.

Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​
Sutter Health Job ID #R Posted job title: cardiac sonographer
About Sutter Health
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