Echocardiographer

HCA•Denver, CO

35d•$37 - $56

About The Position

The Position displays positive support for the values and mission of HCA HealthONE. The echocardiographer performs echocardiograms to assist in the diagnostic evaluation of the heart by operating an echo machine to record and assess wall motion, valvular function and kinesis of the heart, for use in the diagnosis of cardiac disorders and valvular disorders. Assists with stress echocardiograms, contrast echocardiograms, and esophageal (TEE) echocardiograms when deemed necessary by cardiologist and referring physician. Assists in monthly statistical report to supervisor. Schedules in and out patient procedures for the department. Calculates test data for the physician interpretation and processing. Other ancillary duties related to the position may include, but are not limited to, participation in quality assurance projects related to departmental activities, inventory, ordering and stocking of supplies, entering patient data and charges daily upon completion of the test. The position requires taking call to cover times not regularly staffed by the department ensuring 24 hour, 7 day echo coverage. Age group served is neonatal to geriatric.

Requirements

Certified and/or Registered Cardiac Diagnostic Sonographer.
Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Two years (Associate degree) of college or equivalent. Technical training in an accredited program.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of recent hospital or clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs echocardiograms to assist in the diagnostic evaluation of the heart
Operates an echo machine to record and assess wall motion, valvular function and kinesis of the heart
Assists with stress echocardiograms, contrast echocardiograms, and esophageal (TEE) echocardiograms
Assists in monthly statistical report to supervisor
Schedules in and out patient procedures for the department
Calculates test data for the physician interpretation and processing
Participates in quality assurance projects related to departmental activities
Inventory, ordering and stocking of supplies
Entering patient data and charges daily upon completion of the test
Taking call to cover times not regularly staffed by the department ensuring 24 hour, 7 day echo coverage

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.