Float Cardiac Sonographer - $61-76 per hour

Sutter Health is seeking a Float Cardiac Sonographer for a job in Jackson, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Sonographer
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Competently performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values and mission of the organization. Responsible for all commonly performed outpatient adult echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence. Sonographer I is registered (RDCS or RCS) with less than 2 years of experience, OR registry eligible within 1 year of hire (the result of not obtaining their registry could lead to termination) AND does adult TTE. Ability to perform stress echo, and stress testing is a plus.

In addition to those performed by the Level I perform:
Adult Transthoracic Echo, bubble studies, Ultrasound enhancing agent studies, AV and VV optimization, stress echo, and stress testing.

May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer
• OR ARDMS (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, and views as well as the operation and maintenance of imaging equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
• Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
• Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

TRAVEL

• This position includes travel to cover needs of surrounding clinics

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $61.10 to $76.37 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​

Sutter Health Job ID #R-65742. Posted job title: cardiac sonographer, float

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