Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Part time

Shift:

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Address:

410 S 11TH ST

City:

LAKE WALES

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33853

Job Description:

• Performs, documents, and reports all procedures in accordance with departmental policy.
• Adapts procedures to each patient’s medical situation, obtaining necessary information for proper interpretation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Calculates information accurately.
• Follows through with all details to ensure a smooth and timely flow of procedures.
• Documents, completes, and charge procedures to meet quality standards set by the department and hospital.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects and proactively initiate process improvement ideas.
• Keeps supervisor informed and seek assistance from appropriate individuals when confronted with complicated procedures to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Communicates abnormal findings to the reading physicians and notify them of procedures to be interpreted.
• Communicates with patients and family members appropriate to age and understanding
• . Manages time and equipment effectively and works as a team member to provide the best patient care.
• Receives instructions and guidance from the supervisors and is compliant with special requests as situations dictate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 

• Must be able to function independently with little or no supervision. [Required]
• Must be able to read, write legibly, perform basic mathematics skills, and speak conversational English. [Required]
• Must be able to communicate effectively. [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]
• Must be registered in the appropriate modality. [Preferred]
• Pediatric echocardiography experience strongly preferred. [Preferred]
• Performance of standard adult echocardiogram, transesophageal echocardiogram, and stress echocardiogram. [Required]

Education:

• Associate's [Required]

Field of Study:

• Graduate of a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program Required

Work Experience:

• 2+ experience in adult echocardiography, including transesophageal echocardiography and stress echocardiography. [Required]
• Pediatric echocardiography experience strongly preferred [Preferred]
• Pediatric proficiency within 1 year of hire [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) [Required] OR
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) [Required] OR
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) [Required] OR
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) [Required] 
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)


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Pay Range:

$30.74 - $57.18

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.