Position: Cardiac Echosonographer Technologist Department: EKG Shift: Per diem POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Lead Echo Technologist, this person performs services utilizing diagnostic ultrasound equipment specifically for cardiac structures. Performs and initially interprets Cardiac Echocardiogram studies, including Two-Dimensional Echocardiograms, Doppler, Contrast studies, Trans-Esophageal Echocardiogram, Stress Echocardiogram, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram, and Bubble studies. Communicates with different areas of the Cardiology Department, other hospital departments, and the Cardiovascular lab to facilitate delivery of service. Performs Echocardiograms at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: 1. Performs comprehensive echocardiographic procedures including but not limited to Echocardiograms, Trans-Esophageal Echocardiograms, Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms, and Exercise Echocardiograms, both in the Cardiovascular lab and in-patient units. 2. Recognizes and responds to urgent clinical findings, acts upon echocardiogram results requiring immediate response. Informs physicians of abnormal study results which may require immediate response (under direction of the director of Lab). 3. Collaborates and effectively communicates with the multidisciplinary care team including physicians and other health care professionals. Communicates with different areas of the Cardiology Department, other hospital departments, and the Cardiovascular Lab to facilitate delivery of service. 4. Ensures quality, accuracy, and integrity of documentation and patient reports. Performs data entry of the echocardiogram results, generates formal reports, Disperses the reports to referring physicians and inpatient units. Will telephone test results to physicians as necessary. Responsible for proper processing of billing data, files and records. 5. Ability to use and maintain all Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment. maintains and properly cleans all echocardiography equipment including but not limited to the probes and filters. Prepares the lab for readiness and patient appointments. Helps maintain a clean and orderly environment for the Cardiovascular Lab. 6. Coordinates workflow and scheduling for echocardiography services. Assists in scheduling special echocardiogram procedures and arrange for all necessary personnel. 7. Contributes to education and professional development activities Helps prepare material for weekly echocardiography conference, Grand Rounds, and other instructional situations when applicable. 8. Promotes patient safety and service excellence. Takes all necessary measures to ensure patient safety and comfort. 9. Performs other related duties as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Education: GED or HS Diploma required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred • Experience: Health care experience preferred • Certification/Licensure: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or the Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) certification required. Compensation Range: $38.94- $57.86 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.