Registered Echo Tech - St. Charles Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Oregon, OH

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About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic cardiac examinations using ultrasound equipment to evaluate the heart. The role includes Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing, and involves both non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams. The sonographer prepares and monitors patients before and during procedures, reviews patient information and documents critical findings in the hospital electronic medical record, and applies knowledge of cardiac anatomy, examination procedures, and result interpretation. The posting notes that on-call hours are required in the job summary, while the schedule section states “no weekends, no call.”

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Credential in echocardiography from one of the following: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience.
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound equipment during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing.
• Perform non-invasive and invasive cardiac examinations proficiently.
• Apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, examination procedures, and interpretation of results.
• Prepare and monitor patients before and during procedures.
• Use the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document critical findings.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and incentives.
• Referral bonuses.
• 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options.
• Life insurance.
• Mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off.
• Parental and FMLA leave.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed