Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist -*Up to $10,000* Hiring Bonus - Ultrasound Echo

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Everett
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description $10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who mee t all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment . Providence is calling a Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist (1.0 FTE, Day Shift) to work in Ultrasound Echo at Providence Regional Medical Center Everett in Everett, WA. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text message with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. Please Complete this step The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist will be under the direction of the Department Director and Manager is expected to work independently performing a variety of echocardiography procedures for use in the diagnosis of heart disorders. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist will independently perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) on adult, children and neonatal patients and prepare a preliminary echo report for review by the interpreting Physician or LIP. Stress echocardiograms, both pharmacologic and exercise, will be performed by the Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist with the assistance of a qualified Respiratory Care Practitioner, Cardiologist or other Licensed Independent Practitioner specialized in Cardiology. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist is also responsible for acquiring Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) images on under the direct supervision of a cardiac cardiologist, qualified anesthesiologist or cardiac surgeon. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist assumes responsibility for the completeness and accuracy of all exams performed and the effective communication of this information to the cardiologist, anesthesiologist or cardiac surgeon for final interpretation.The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist individualizes patient care using age related concepts based on the unit population by applying age related concepts including knowledge of growth and development, safety needs, collection and interpretation of data, treatments and care typically required and participating in the evaluation of care. Utilizes age related concepts when communicating with patients and families, using medical equipment, participating in diagnostic or other procedures and when teaching patients/families. In this position you will:

• Demonstrate age specific patient care considerations for the population served.
• Perform transthoracic echocardiogram, TTE, using 2-dimensional, M-mode, Color Flow and Doppler, as needed.
• Assist physician with Transesophageal echocardiogram, TEE using 2-dimensional, M-mode, Color Flow and Doppler, as needed.
• Perform Cardiac Stress Echocardiogram, both exercise and pharmaceutical stress using 2-dimensional, M-mode, Color Flow and Doppler, as needed.
• Assists with various contrast studies to enhance images in all types of studies listed above.
• Assure all images and measurements are downloaded to the patient report and the report is completed in a timely manner for the physician to use when interpreting the study. Required qualifications for this position include:
  • Graduate of a formal approved Cardiac Sonographer program
  • Must be registered or registry eligible by either ARDMS, or CCI; If not registered, registry must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Five (5) years of experience in the field About the hospital you will serve. Providence Regional Medical Center Everett in Everett, WA is the state's most award-winning hospital for medical care; having received the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence four years in a row. Our new state-of-the-art 12 story hospital tower and the implementation of Epic EMR will significantly enhance our patient's experience throughout the continuum of care. The hospital is located in Snohomish County on the Sound and close to the mountains, so outdoor activities such as snow skiing, kayaking, and golfing are at your doorstep. The communities in Snohomish have all the comforts and appeal of small towns, with historical districts, beautiful homes, interesting boutiques, and unique restaurants, yet the city life of Seattle and Bellevue are just 30 minutes south, while the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, BC lies only 2 hours north. We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits - see our website for details http://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Requsition ID: P351931 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category: Cardio Services Job Function: Clinical Care Schedule: Full time Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 3002 US ECHO WA PRMCE COLBY Address: WA Everett 1321 Colby Ave Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate 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.

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