Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) Echo Lab -Temporary Varied Day Shifts - CaroMont Health

CaroMont Health is hiring a Temporary Cardiac Sonographer (Echocardiography Tech) to work Day shifts within our Echo Lab team at the CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC!



Cardiac Sonographer Roles and Responsibilities:





+ Obtains appropriate echocardiographic images according to the Medical and Technical Directors and industry standards, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color flow Doppler, Strain, Transesophageal Echo, echo enhancement, and bubble studies.



+ Covers on-call responsibilities and weekend rotations as defined by clinical location.





Core Competencies:





+ The Cardiac Sonographer Staff will display and maintain competencies to perform all core competencies as defined by clinical location for the Echocardiography Lab, which may include transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), Strain, ultrasound enhancing agents (UEA), bubble studies, routine transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE per protocol), and TEE cardioversion.





Required Skills & Qualifications:





+ HS Diploma or GED with RDCS or RCS required– or – Completion of a formal training program and must obtain RDCS/RCS within 1 year of employment.



+ Completion of an approved adult Echocardiography training program is preferred.



+ Considerable knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology.



+ Considerable knowledge of appropriate equipment operations, applications, and scanning techniques resulting in optimized diagnostic data.



+ Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills, accepts constructive feedback, and proactively asks for peer assistance when applicable.



+ Demonstrates effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.



+ Ability to deal tactfully with patients, physicians, and other hospital staff.



+ Must be able to problem solve, prioritize, handle emergencies, and efficiently produce quality echocardiograms.



+ Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.



+ BLS required.





Intermediate/Advanced Tier Levels:





+ Applicants with 1 or more years of experience in an Echocardiography Lab may be considered for the Cardiac Sonographer Intermediate tier level.



+ Applicants with 2 or more years of experience in an Echocardiography Lab may be considered for the Cardiac Sonographer Advanced tier level.



+ Applicants must successfully complete the corresponding competency requirements and skill validations within 90 days of hire to maintain the Cardiac Sonographer Intermediate or Advanced tier levels.





About CaroMont Health



CaroMont Health recognizes that caring doesn’t stop with patients. When we take good care of our employees, we empower them to take even better care of our patients. We’ve built a positive, inspiring culture with benefits that reward hard work. We are always looking to grow our team with individuals who share our commitment to extraordinary care.



At CaroMont Health, we offer:





+ A professional and supportive environment



+ Opportunities for professional growth and development



+ Competitive salary and shift differential



+ Tuition reimbursement (eligibility within 90 days of hire date)



+ Competitive paid time off program





Looking to make the next step in your career? Join our warm, friendly, community-based environment and apply today!



CaroMont Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.



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