Echocardiographer II | FT | Methodist North

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

18d

About The Position

The Echocardiographer II performs echocardiogram and exercise echocardiogram examinations on assigned patients without the assistance of a cardiologist. Procedures include color flow mapping, cardiac Doppler imaging, and 2-D M-mode. The role models behavior consistent with MLH’s mission, vision, and values and contributes to compassionate, service-focused, excellent care for the community.

Requirements

• Technical degree or diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• 1–3 years of echocardiography work experience.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• HEARTSAVER certification from the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrated competency in performing echo examinations in the designated area.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge to carry out more complex assignments.
• Ability to perform competently and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Ability to perform the preceptor role in training new echocardiographers.
• Ability to guide, teach, and mentor other technicians and serve in a charge capacity.
• Ability to perform and assess vital signs and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as patient records.
• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, physicians, and other outside professionals.
• Ability to work without close supervision and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to float throughout MLH sites and/or clinics to perform procedures if needed.
• Good balance and coordination, close visual acuity, and ability to react quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to perform medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree or diploma in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification in Adult Echocardiography from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer certification in Pediatric Echocardiography from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, emergency, Doppler, and special procedures, including Contrast Echos and TEE Echos, without the assistance of a cardiologist or other physician.
• Attend and participate as a member or chairperson in assigned departmental or hospital committees and group meetings.
• Participate in quality monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Demonstrate effective customer relations, promote a positive work environment, and contribute to the overall team effort.
• Initiate code procedures and administer first aid or CPR as indicated in emergencies.
• Clean equipment, perform minor repairs, and report the need for major repairs.
• Perform other job functions as assigned or requested.
• Demonstrate job responsibilities to other Associates occasionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree