Echocardiography/Cardiac Sonography Technologist - Full Time - Days - $20k Sign-on Bonus - JDCH
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Performs diagnostic 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.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Prepares and administers ultrasound enhancing agents (UEA) and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
- Monitors patient condition continually and reports changes in status as a thorough comprehensive preliminary report of study data to Physician staff.
- May travel to satellite locations to perform diagnostic procedures.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
- Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Competencies
Accountability, clinical policies and standards, customer service, image production, analysis and archival - sonography/echocardiography, patient and family centered care, patient assessment and care - sonography/echocardiography, patient positioning and procedures - sonography/echocardiography, problem solving, responding to change, standards of behavior.
Complexity of Work
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program
- Associates degree (or higher) in a related field acceptable in lieu of Ultrasound Imaging/Sonographer Program
- ARDMS credential in Echocardiography (RDCS AE) or CCI credential (RCS or ACS)
- Pediatric Echocardiography: RDCS in Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) or RCCS from CCI
- BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
- One (1) year of experience working in an IAC accredited institution, or credentialed new grad within 1 year of graduation
- Pediatric: one (1) year imaging congenital heart defects and surgical repairs in IAC accredited institution, or new grad within 1 year of graduation
- Must obtain credential within six (6) months of starting position (pediatric)
- Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.