Echocardiographer - Rancho Mirage, United States - Eisenhower Health
Description
Job Objective:
A brief overview of the position.- Performs echocardiography studies on all patient populations served in the in-patient and out-patient Cardiology units.
Performs transesophageal, stress echocardiography as ordered. May be cross trained in EKG performance and record keeping.-Reports to- Manager, Cardiology-
Supervises- None-
Ages of Patients- Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric-
Blood Borne Pathogens- High Potential-
Qualifications
Education- Required: Graduation from an accredited educational program in American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) program or Associate's degree or higher in echocardiography/cardiovascular sonography if hired after March 1, 2023.
Licensure/CertificationRequired:
Successful completion of Echocardiography Registry Exam with RDCS, RCS or RVT certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within one year of employment, if hired after March 1, 2023; American Heart Association BLS.
Experience- Preferred: Experience in cardiovascular ultrasound setting and advanced structural heart procedures.
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Essential Responsibilities
- Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
- Must be willing and able to provide studies in both the inpatient and outpatient Cardiology units, as needed.
- Must be willing and able to schedule for "oncall" duty, as needed.
- Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures to include taking vital signs and measurements, positioning patients and explaining procedures; review medical history of patients.
- Coordinates with pacer techs in obtaining AV Optimization results.
Maintains clean, well-stocked equipment with supplies and "in good working order " after each shift. Participates in department's performance improvement and quality assessment programs. Reports any unsafe or mal-functioning equipment to the appropriate personnel and takes the necessary step in processing reported equipment. Complies with policies; uses discretion and follows through with areas of concern. Adheres to hospital infection control guidelines, body mechanics and safety, equipment usage and care.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Location:
Eisenhower Health - EDCC Other Tests
Schedule:
Full Time, Day, 10 Hour Shift
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