Echocardiograph Technologist - Echo

Description

Echocardiograph Technologist in Echo Unit at St. Joseph Hospital Eureka. This position is Per Diem and will work 8-hour Day Shifts.

Under the direction of the Department Director, supervision of the Cardiac Cath Lab Manager, the Echo Tech performs clinical diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures and related activities according to department standards for all patients served: infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Serves as a customer service representative to patients, their families, the public, and the medical staff. Participates in quality control and organizational improvement activities. Serves as a clinical/technical resource for less experienced sonographers.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a program in cardiac echocardiography approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association or completed equivalent training through self-study, on-the-job training, etc.
• National Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography upon hire or,
• National Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of national certification examinations in cardiac echocardiography, color doppler and stress testing conducted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers upon hire.
• Experience as a hospital-based Sonographer.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, health care (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues, voluntary benefits and well-being resources.

Pay

Pay Range: $49.80 - $63.78 per hour. Additional compensation may be available such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

EEO Statement

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.