PRN Echo/ Vascular Technician Registry Eligible

Intermountain Health

1d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary registry-eligible role performing cardiac or vascular ultrasound exams. Caregivers are expected to obtain certification within one year of graduation or completion of clinical training, unless actively attempting the registry exam under ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI standards. The role may only be held for one year from program completion unless the caregiver is actively attempting the registry exam according to ARDMS or CCI standards. The technician coordinates and performs exams, supports patient safety and comfort, documents results, and works with patients, families, physicians, and other caregivers. The position is based at Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah, and has 0 scheduled weekly hours. The hourly range is $26.74–$41.28, with the actual rate dependent on experience.

Requirements

Eligible to take the ARDMS or CCI boards in cardiac or vascular sonography within one year of the hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Participating in or graduated from an accredited or certificate program.
Meet the certification timeline: obtain certification within one year of graduation or completion of clinical training unless actively attempting the registry exam according to applicable standards.
Skills in cardiovascular sonography, digital literacy, patient care, quality assurance, patient safety, patient identification, medical terminology, healthcare, patient education, and communication.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including reading and seeing information, communicating and hearing accurately, precise manual dexterity, lifting and transferring patients and supplies, walking, pushing and pulling equipment, and potentially standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and schedule exams, coordinating them with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers, and patients.
Prepare patients for exams by following identification processes, explaining procedures to patients and families, and transporting patients as needed.
Perform ultrasound exams according to applicable protocols and in a timely manner, using equipment appropriately and ensuring patient safety, comfort, and quality outcomes.
Return patients to their rooms after exams and ensure their stability and safety.
Identify patient needs and communicate and coordinate care with physicians, other caregivers, patients, and families.
Document exam results and other required information, and accurately charge for exams and supplies.
Use appropriate channels to coordinate equipment repair or supply needs.
Support team and quality-improvement processes and initiatives.
Participate in educational opportunities to maintain clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge.