CARDIAC VASCULAR SONOGRAPHER

Overview

French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services – all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.

Responsibilities

In keeping with the Dignity Health healthcare philosophy the Ultrasound Technologist performs cardiovascular procedures at a technically proficient level. Positions and instructs the patient operates ultrasound equipment and determines the technical factors for ultrasound procedures. Ensures correct marking/labeling of images provide and confirm proper/adequate documentation of procedures to assist in diagnosis. Technically proficient in a variety of ultrasound procedures. Ability to train staff members to perform procedures requiring independent judgement. Position requires ingenuity and initiative for the diagnosis and therapy of disease.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years recent acute care experience preferred performing Cardiovascular Ultrasound procedures in an acute facility. If not registered or registry eligible (i.e. ARDMS RDCS or RVT).

• Working in acute care setting performing such jobs as cardiac echos TEEs cardiovascular stress tests and vascular studies.

• Familiar with PACs systems including Xcellera and Cerner preferred.

• Demonstrates knowledge in both general and cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.

• Must have working knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures.

• Must also know departmental protocols and procedures.

• Ability to work tactfully and effectively with fellow staff members physicians and the patient population.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Self-motivated and able to achieve results through good organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and be a functional team member in a team-oriented environment.

• Current registered or registry eligible (i.e. RDCS and/or RVT) ECE to maintain certification.

• Current BLS CPR card.

• Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.

Pay Range

$57.40 – $68.78 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.