Echocardiography Technologist and Cardiovascular Sonographer

Intermountain Health • San Jose, CA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis. As an Echo Tech at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or RCS - Reg Cardiac Sonographer - New graduate hires must obtain registry within 18 months of hire
• Health Care Provider Life Support certification

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree
• One (1) year ultrasound experience

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease.
• Prepares exam room.
• Obtains informed consent, and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam.
• Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols.
• Explains method of examination and positions patient.
• Assesses the patients status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patients on-going condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
• Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered.
• Ensures quality images.
• Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
• Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately.
• Informs patient of physicians instructions or ancillary caregivers observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care.
• Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
• Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
• Monitors equipment reliability and safety.
• Reports issues and/or repairs or service due.
• Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• The PEAK program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees