Cardiac Sonography - $35-58 per hour

Company: Banner Health
Location: Greeley
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

Banner Health is seeking a Cardiac Sonography for a job in Greeley, Colorado.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Sonography
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: StaffPrimary City/State:Greeley, ColoradoDepartment Name: Work Shift: VariedJob Category:Clinical CarePrimary Location Salary Range:$34.68 - $57.80 / hour, based on education & experienceIn accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus for experienced candidate and $10,000 in Relocation Assistance Available!Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that's why we work hard every day to make a difference in people's lives. We've united under a common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. It's a lofty goal, but it's one we're committed to seeing through. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people's lives - and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.This position is located at Banner North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO. In this role you will be providing echo services for in/outpatients. We are looking for someone who is registered in Adult Echo. Peds experience preferred but not required. Current Openings:Full-Time working four 9-10 hour days (7:00am-4:30pm). Weekend and night call rotation included.Part-Time(20 hours/week) working 2:00pm-10:00pm. Weekend rotations required approximately 1 time per month. You will receive $2/hourly Weekend Shift Differential as well as a $5/hourly Night Shift Differential when applicable.POSITION SUMMARYThis position, acting as a specialized ultrasound technologist, aids in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions in patients, playing a central role in detecting issues related to the heart, including heart malfunctions and in supporting the physicians as they develop diagnosis and treatment plans.CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers' orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.-- Oversees Heart Clinic echocardiographic services, ensuring quality of performance.-- Accountable for the oversight and application of scanning protocols and quality measures, following the guidelines of ASE or IAC.2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.-- Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.3. Performs high quality images and presents them for timely interpretation, ensuring accurate documentation.-- Performs exams and imaging duties by providing preliminary clinical findings to the supervising physicians.-- Also provides valuable and timely preliminary findings to the Cardiologists or Cardiac surgeons.--4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures in accordance with established policies.5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.-- Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.-- Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel and visitors.-- Adheres to safety policies.6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice.-- This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow in the department.-- Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services. Performs high level disinfecting in accordance with manufacturers and regulatory policies and procedures.8. --Functions as the clinical and technical expert in Cardiac Sonographic Imaging for the Cardiology or Cardiovascular department. May act as a clinical resource to staff and students, as well as train new staff and students in sonographic techniques, with focus on the echocardiographic laboratory.-- May provide echocardiographic related education to Banner Health staff and cardiac sonography students.-- May assess student competency and provide feedback to department leadership.9. Ensures echocardiography functions are within compliance of professional scope of practice, accreditation and regulatory standards, Joint Commission and Title 22.-- Performs other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS------------Requires completion of an accredited Allied Health Cardiovascular program. Requires national certification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Cardiac Sonographer. Uncertified new hires who are Registry eligible must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.--BLS certification required.This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with one to two years of clinical experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdult Echo experience preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.DATE APPROVED 05/14/2023EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy PolicyBanner Health Job ID #R4355078. Posted job title: cardiac sonographerAbout Banner HealthAbout Banner HealthBanner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in thecountry and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all thecommunities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary carehealth centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, ourskilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to makehealth care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, careeropportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Bannerjourney unique and fulfilling for every employee.
  Our MissionBanner's nonprofit mission statement serves as the foundational language forour organization. "Making health care easier, so life can be better." Thismission statement focuses everyone in the organization on a singular purpose- excellent patient care. In addition, our mission guides decision making,defines organizational behavior, set the standards for our day-to-day work,and drives performance.
  Our DiversityAt Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion bypromoting and cultivating a culturally rich workforce honored to serve, supportand provide services to our diverse communities. We respect and value thevarious backgrounds and differences among our team members that allowsthem to be who they are. We believe leveraging these unique perspectives,experiences and talents not only enhances our Banner family, but supportsour effectiveness and success as an organization. With a strong focus on ourtalent, culture and community, we provide opportunities internally andexternally through:
  --- Programs focusing on our talent pipeline.
  --- Team Member Resource Groups that offer team member development,community outreach, and resources for well-being.
  --- Diversity, equity and inclusion education available through facilitator ledvirtual platforms.
  --- Collaborating with community partners to bring accurate healthinformation and resources to our underserved communities.
  --- Focusing on health disparities and social determinants of health.Benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Health Care FSA
  • Discount program
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Health savings account

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