Echocardiographer II | PRN |Olive Branch

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Olive Branch, MS

16d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Echocardiographer II is responsible for performing echocardiogram and exercise echocardiogram examinations, including color flow mapping, cardiac doppler imaging and 2-D m-mode, without the assistance of a cardiologist, on assigned patients. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. 60034145 - Echocardiographer II Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Echocardiographer II is responsible for performing echocardiogram and exercise echocardiogram examinations, including color flow mapping, cardiac doppler imaging and 2-D m-mode, without the assistance of a cardiologist, on assigned patients. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
• 1-3 years Echocardiography
• Demonstrated competency in performing Echo examination in the designated area.
• Applies 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 the training of new echocardiographers.
• Demonstrates the ability to guide, teach, and mentor other techs and serve in a charge capacity.
• Ability to perform and assess vital signs and take appropriate actions if 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 to exercise independent judgement.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to float throughout MLH sites and/or clinics to perform procedures if needed.
• HEART SAVER - American Heart Association
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Pediatric Echocardiography American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Responsibilities

• Performs routine, emergency, Doppler, and special (including Contrast Echos and TEE Echos) procedures on patients without the assistance of a cardiologist or other physician.
• Attends and participates in, as a member or chairperson, in departmental/hospital committees or group meetings as appointed or assigned.
• Participates in quality monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Demonstrates effective customer relations skills, promotes a positive work environment, and contributes to the overall team effort.
• In emergency situations, initiates code procedures, administers first aid or CPR as indicated.
• Cleans equipment; performs minor repairs; reports the need for any major repairs.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees