Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiac Services - Echo Lab

Department: Cardiac Services - Echo Lab Shift: Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable): Minimum Pay Range: $44.23 - $55.29 Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY Performs adult cardiac ultrasound including the use of color flow and cardiac doppler. Performs all echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE’s) and Dobutamine echocardiograms and submits examinations for Cardiologist interpretation. Submits written interpretation of findings for the cardiologist’s review and may be required to help with stress EKG’s and other cardiac procedures. This position will be expected to float to other Cardiac Services departments within the organization, as needed. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: Sonographer 1 - Must be RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) eligible and /or graduate of an ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) approved Ultrasound program. Sonographer 2 - Must be a currently registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer; step placement based on relative years of experience. Sonographer 3 – Must be a currently registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with at least 16 years of experience to be considered a Sonographer 3. In addition to above: Associate’s degree preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the Red Cross or American Heart Association required. Knowledge: Must have knowledge of 12 lead EKG. Skills: Basic computer skills required. Ability to physically transport echo machine throughout the hospital. Ability to prioritize work assignments. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Team oriented with the ability to assist in developing department goals. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.