Echocardiograph Tech Registered and Echocardiograph Tech Non Registered - Cardiopulmonary Services - Mount Pleasant, Summerville, West Ashley, Downtown Charleston

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Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Work Shift :

Afternoons / Evenings (United States of America)

$7000.00 Sign On Bonus for Registered Echocardiograph Tech or Non Registered Echocardiograph Tech.

Call 3-4 week nights / month, Approximately once every 5th or 6th weekend

Rotates between all four hospitals, as needed.

Job Summary : The Non Registered Echocardiograph Technologist adheres to and carries out the policies, procedures, standards, and objectives of Roper St.

Francis Healthcare and the Echocardiography Laboratory. Professionally performs m-modes, 2-D echocardiograms, color flow doppler, pulse wave doppler, continuous wave doppler, pedoff doppler, transesophageal echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms and any other procedures performed in the department.

Must have good communication skills and technical knowledge.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education and Experience : Must satisfy any one of the following four :

2 year allied health degree + 12 months of ultrasound experience Completion of an accredited ultrasound program (Diploma program, AS program or BS program) Bachelor’s degree + 12 months of ultrasound experience Credentialed in another ultrasound modality : RCS, RCCS, RVS

Licensure / Certification : Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. Candidate is strongly urged to become registered in the field of Cardiac Ultrasound either through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) with the credential of Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) with the credential of Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS).

Primary Source Verification : , www.cci-online.org

Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of cardiac ultrasound theories, practices and procedures to provide quality care and exams for patients.

Must show demonstrated ability to perform and preliminarily interpret all cardiac ultrasound modalities performed in the department.

Must demonstrate accuracy in recording technical information, history and test results. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and co-workers.

The ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Skilled in preparing and maintaining records accurately.

Ability to verbally communicate well. Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

Other : Employees working at St. Francis Hospital may be responsible for performing the following additional procedures : Electrocardiograms (EKGs / ECGs), Cardiac Stress Tests, Holter Monitors, Holter Scanning and Event Monitors.

Employees working at other facilities may be responsible for performing other modalities as well. Some of these modalities include but are not limited to vascular ultrasound and abdominal ultrasound.

Contacts :

Board members, physicians, hospital staff, patients, family members and visitors.

Echocardiograph Tech Registered

Job Summary : Adheres to and carries out the policies, procedures, standards, and objectives of Roper St. Francis and the Echocardiography Laboratory.

Professionally performs m-modes, 2-D echocardiograms, color flow doppler, pulse wave doppler, continuous wave doppler, pedoff doppler, transesophageal echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms and any other procedures performed in the department.

Must have good communication skills and technical knowledge. Oversees technical performance of those not registered. Teaches others cardiac anatomy, physiology, and cardiac ultrasound techniques.

Must keep abreast of new advances.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education and Experience : Must satisfy any one of the following four :

2 year allied health degree + 12 months of ultrasound experience Completion of an accredited ultrasound program (Diploma program, AS program or BS program) Bachelor’s degree + 12 months of ultrasound experience Credentialed in another ultrasound modality : RCS, RCCS, RVS

Licensure / Certification : Must retain active registry status through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS).

Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.

Primary Source Verification : ARDMS and / or CCI

Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of cardiac ultrasound theories, practices and procedures to provide quality care and exams for patients.

Must show demonstrated ability to perform and preliminarily interpret all cardiac ultrasound modalities performed in the department.

Must demonstrate accuracy in recording technical information, history and test results. Skilled in maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and co-workers.

The ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Skilled in preparing and maintaining records accurately.

Ability to verbally communicate well. Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

Other : Employees working at St. Francis Hospital may be responsible for performing the following additional procedures : Electrocardiograms (EKGs / ECGs), Cardiac Stress Tests, Holter Monitors, Holter Scanning and Event Monitors.

Employees working at other facilities may be responsible for performing other modalities as well. Some of these modalities include but are not limited to vascular ultrasound and abdominal ultrasound.

Contacts : Ability to deal with board members, physicians, hospital staff and visitors in a tactful and diplomatic manner.

Will have frequent contact with employees, physicians, patients, and family members.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w / AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department :

Cardiopulmonary Services - Electrocardiography (EKG) - Roper Hospital