Echocardiography Technologist Cardiovascular Sonographer

Intermountain Health

7d•$39 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs diagnostic cardiac and vascular ultrasound exams under physician direction to identify cardiac or venous abnormalities that support patient diagnosis. The role is designed for recent graduates of an echocardiography program, people new to the field, or those with minimal experience. It is based at Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Montana, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week in variable 10-hour shifts, with call. The sonographer supports the clinical team by coordinating and performing exams, promoting patient safety and comfort, communicating with patients and caregivers, documenting results, maintaining equipment and supplies, and contributing to quality improvement and education. Candidates must hold ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography and Basic Life Support certification for healthcare providers. Echo Technician II qualifications additionally include specified credentials, experience, competency, and formal recommendations.

Requirements

ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
For Echo Technician II: meet all Echo/Vascular Technologist I qualifications.
For Echo Technician II: obtain any two applicable national registry credentials through ARDMS, CCI, or ACS from the listed areas: vascular technology, RPHS (Registered Phlebology Sonographer), TCD (Transcranial Doppler), Adult Echo, Adult Congenital Echo, or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer.
For Echo Technician II: obtain a minimum of one registry with at least 10 years of echocardiography experience, or at least 5 years of echocardiography experience and an associate degree.
For Echo Technician II: complete either a minimum of 1,500 studies related to credentials, or documented Echo Medical Director review of at least 5 studies plus supervisory skills pass-off of at least 20 studies using the IMH-approved form.
For Echo Technician II: provide formal written recommendations from the Echo/Vascular Manager, Cardiovascular Director, and CV Imaging Medical Director.
Physical ability to see and read information and labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
Ability to communicate verbally and hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, especially during emergencies.
Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment precisely, including frequent computer use and typing.
Ability to lift and move patients, bend to retrieve and carry supplies and equipment, and handle items up to and including heavy items.
Ability to walk and assist with patient transport and ambulation, obtain and distribute supplies and equipment, and push or pull gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
Ability to stand in a stationary position for an extended period.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate technical competence in department-specific performance protocols.
Prioritize and schedule exams, coordinating them with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers, and patients.
Prepare patients by following identification processes, explaining procedures to patients and families, and arranging transportation.
Perform ultrasound exams according to applicable protocols and in a timely manner, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and quality outcomes.
Identify patient needs during exams and coordinate care with physicians, caregivers, patients, and families.
Return patients to their rooms after exams and ensure their stability and safety.
Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural techniques.
Document exam results and other required information, and apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
Clean and maintain equipment and work areas, stock supplies, and coordinate repair or supply needs through appropriate channels.
Support team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
Participate in educational opportunities to maintain clinical competence and develop skills and knowledge.
Provide education to caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.