Echocardiographer

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

20h•$49 - $81

About The Position

The Echocardiographer (cardiac sonographer) obtains high-quality ultrasound recordings of the heart and related structures for interpretation by a cardiologist. This technical role requires skill in multiple ultrasound procedures, clinical interpretive knowledge, independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity. The position involves contact with patients, family members, physicians, and coworkers. The role is per diem (0.01 FTE), with day shifts scheduled in variable 10-hour shifts as needed.

Requirements

Be registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); or be currently enrolled in or have completed an ultrasound technology training program and obtain ARDMS or CCI registration within 12 months of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Knowledge of ultrasound physical principles and ultrasound systems.
Knowledge of cardiac abnormalities sufficient to produce diagnostic echocardiograms.
Ability to perform echocardiography techniques that provide complete anatomical and functional information for the interpreting cardiologist.
Ability to make quantitative calculations from echocardiograph data.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with coworkers, physicians, and patients.
Skill in CPR techniques.
Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including grammar and spelling.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure, independently, and with initiative.
Ability to set priorities and exercise good judgment.
Ability to share on-call hours during evenings and weekends and work overtime in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Echocardiographer is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiographic studies on patients.
Complete an echocardiography worksheet for each patient, including quantitative calculations, measurements, and descriptive information obtained during the study.
Perform clerical tasks, including scheduling, answering phones, filing, notifying interpreting cardiologists, circulating preliminary reports, stocking materials, data entry, and charging.
Clean and maintain ultrasound and other equipment.
Perform routine quality checks on ultrasound equipment.
Share on-call hours, including evenings and weekends, and work overtime in emergency situations.