Job Description:Echocardiography Technologist and Cardiovascular
Sonographers at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient
centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust,
Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in
contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives
possible- come join our team!
Posting Specifics:
Benefits Eligible: No
Hours: PRN (As Needed)
Shift Details: Variable
Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and
weekends
Center is part of Intermountain Health a nonprofit healthcare organization
that focuses on person-centered care. Our 249-bed community-based hospital has
been awarded the highest national recognition possible for nursing excellence
- Magnet designation - by the ANCC. We are proud to extend the mission of
Intermountain Health by providing comprehensive, specialty care to the
poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Dating back to
1905, we are proud of the rich history and inspiring mission our hospital
has embodied for over 110 years.
are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous
package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more
than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being.
To that end, we've launched a Healthy Living program to address your
holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital
tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also
offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.
We're proud to offer caregivers access to tuition assistance,
certification assistance, up-front tuition through the PEAK (Path to
Education, Advancement, and Knowledge) program, debt-free degrees,
and other department education payments or employer-paid education assistance.
Scope
Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound
waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease.
Prepares exam room. Obtains informed consent, and requests an accurate
clinical history as necessary for the exam. Reviews patient history and
determines proper selection of protocols. Explains method of examination and
positions patient. Assesses the patients status and needs, completes
appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patients on-going
condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type
of test ordered. Ensures quality images. Coordinates the preparation of
images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and
accurately. Informs patient of physicians instructions or ancillary caregivers
observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing
appropriate care. Meets the needs of the patient, family and
multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and
documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency. Ensures safe
and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming
sh
Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or repairs or
service due. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to
maintain work environment. Transports patients as needed.
Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient
satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent, required
RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or RCS - Reg Cardiac
Sonographer, required - New graduate hires must obtain registry within 18
months of hire
Health Care Provider Life Support certification, required
Associates degree, preferred
One (1) year ultrasound experience, preferred
Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read
information, labels, assess pa ient needs, operate monitors, identify
equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care
providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally
communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,
needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency
situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex
and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent
computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed
information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and
utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to
retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items
of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and
assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable
equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and
busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and
-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of
ti
Anticipated job posting close date:05/07/2024
Location:Lutheran Medical Center
Work City:Wheat Ridge
Work State:Colorado
Scheduled Weekly Hours:0