Echocardiography Technologist Position with Providence - Portland, United States - Sourcecode Inc

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Echocardiography Technologist
Portland, OR
Full-Time (Onsite) Day Shift
Sign On Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available
The Echocardiograph Technologist performs cardiac ultrasound examinations according to physician's orders, utilizing a variety of complex ultrasound equipment. Objectively identifies the presence or absence of disease utilizing a thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Assists physicians with more invasive echocardiography examinations including, but not limited to, Transesophageal echocardiography, Trans-catheter echo-guided procedures (location specific),

pericardiocentesis,

echo-guided myocardial biopsies (location specific), contrast-enhanced exams, exercise, and pharmacological stress echocardiography. Has the ability to modify procedures, to meet special circumstances and/or provide clinically useful information on a cost-effective basis.
This position requires shared coverage for stand-by and call-back emergency studies in the evenings and weekends. This may include shared regional coverage to other Portland facilities and or rotation through staffed weekend shifts.

Must Haves:


Upon hire:
Oregon Sonographer Licence


Upon hire:
National Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International Or

Upon hire:
National Advanced Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International Or

Upon hire:
National Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Upon hire:
National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Preferred:
Associate's Degree in Applied Science, from a CAAHPE-accredited school in Noninvasive Cardiovascular Technology, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
1 year of experience performing cardiovascular ultrasound examinations, OR
Minimum of 800 exams using all imaging modalities available.
Pediatric echocardiography experience.
Familiarity with imaging support of advanced heart failure patients (mechanical support devices).
Experience with echo-guided trans-catheter procedures.

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