Cardiovascular Sonographer PRN

Job Description:Echocardiography Technologist and Cardiovascular Sonographers at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team Echocardiography Technologists at Intermountain Health are committed to providing patient centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team Posting Specifics: Benefits Eligible: No Hours: PRN (As Needed) Shift Details: Variable Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends Platte Valley Hospital is part of Intermountain Health, a nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our 98-bed community hospital is proud to offer comprehensive, integrated care focused on holistic health. We are proud to extend the mission of Intermountain Health by providing care for the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we've launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning. We're proud to offer caregivers access to tuition assistance, certification assistance, up-front tuition through the PEAK (Path to Education, Advancement, and Knowledge) program, debt-free degrees, and other department education payments or employer-paid education assistance. Scope Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease. Prepares exam room. Obtains informed consent and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam. Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols. Explains method of examination and positions patient. Assesses the patient's status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patients on-going condition, and performs the necessary interventions. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images. Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners. Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately. Informs patient of physician's instructions or ancillary caregiver's observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care. Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy, and efficiency. Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncomi Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or repairs or service due. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment. Transports patients as needed. Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent required RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or RCS - Reg Cardiac Sonographer required. New graduate hires must obtain registry within 18 months of hire Health Care Provider Life Support certification is required Preferred Associates degree preferred One (1) year ultrasound experience is preferred Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of ti Location:Platte Valley Hospital