Echo Technologist

Intermountain Health•Kearney, NE

7d•$39 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The Echo Technologist performs diagnostic cardiac and vascular exams under physician direction to identify cardiac or venous abnormalities and support patient diagnosis. The role is designed for recent graduates of an echocardiography program and for people new to the field or with minimal experience. The primary work site is Platte Valley Clinic, with occasional coverage at Lafayette and Northglenn clinics. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday during the day.

Requirements

ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
For Echo/Vascular Technician II: meet all Echo/Vascular Technician I qualifications and obtain the specified additional registry credentials and experience.
For Echo/Vascular Technician II: obtain any two applicable national registry credentials through ARDMS, CCI, or ACS, such as vascular technology, RPHS, TCD, Adult Echo, Adult Congenital Echo, or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer.
For Echo/Vascular Technician II: obtain at least one registry with 10 or more years of echocardiography experience, or 5 or more years of echocardiography experience plus an associate degree.
For Echo/Vascular Technician II: complete at least 1,500 studies related to credentials, or obtain Echo Medical Director review of at least 5 studies and supervisory skills pass-off of at least 20 studies using the IMH-approved form.
For Echo/Vascular Technician II: obtain formal written recommendations from the Echo/Vascular Manager, Cardiovascular Director, and CV Imaging Medical Director.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
At least 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate technical competence in department-specific performance protocols.
Prioritize and schedule exams, coordinating them with medical staff, physician offices, caregivers, and patients.
Prepare patients by following identification processes, explaining procedures to patients and families, and transporting patients.
Perform ultrasound exams according to established protocols and in a timely manner while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and quality outcomes.
Identify patient needs during exams and communicate and coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, patients, and families.
Return patients to their rooms after exams and ensure their stability and safety.
Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural techniques.
Document exam results and other required information, and apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
Clean and maintain equipment and work areas, stock supplies, and coordinate repair or supply needs through appropriate channels.
Support team and quality-improvement processes and initiatives.
Participate in educational opportunities to maintain clinical competence and develop skills and knowledge.
Provide education to other caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.