Echo Tech - Float Pool

The Network Float Pool is a division of HonorHealth and supports the Inter-Campus Floating. We will do our best to consider your preferences when completing unit assignments. Ultimately, you may be asked to Float to the Outpatient campuses that is one of your less preferred, based on staffing needs, skill set, other preferences, and rotation.

Overview

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Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Echo Tech I performs high quality cardiac and / or vascular ultrasound procedures that require ingenuity, initiative and independent judgment. Must be capable of following department policies, procedure and protocol to provide quality patient care. Provides excellent customer service adhering to established safety standards. Performs a variety of tasks providing technical expertise to maintain, enhance, and advance departmental standards. Assists in quality control and quality assurance. Follows the guidelines of the laboratory to adhere to accreditation standards. Maintains confidentiality in all related activities. Attends required meetings and maintains continuing education. Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within the organization to exceed patient expectations.

Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency cardiac and / or vascular procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes all functions related to performing cardiac and / or vascular procedures.
• Documents pertinent information in appropriate electronic reporting systems to include but not limited to reporting and charging of the procedure.
• Maintains laboratory accreditation by adhering to department protocols and participating in all required accreditation activities. Participates in Quality assurance and Quality control activities.
• Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to enhance customer service and teamwork.
• Coordinates scheduling of patients and maintains appropriate communication with other personnel.
• Participates in other work activities as assigned to include but not limited to education, accreditation and research studies.

EDUCATION

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program. - Preferred
• Other Sufficient education / training to acquire American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification in Cardiac and / or Vascular ultrasound. - Required

EXPERIENCE

10 months experience in a hospital or clinic setting as a Cardiac and / or Vascular Ultrasound Technologist (hospital or cardiologist office). - Required

• Other New Graduate - Required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
• Current ARDMS (American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) credentials in one of the following :

RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer)

RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist)

OR

Current CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) credentials in one of the following :

RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer)

RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) - Required

• Radiology\ARDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Graduate and / or Registry Eligible - Required