Ultrasound Echo Technologist - Full Time 

RETENTION BONUS - $3,000.00!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Primary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.

Secondary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician; preferred but not required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Current BLS certification required.
• Credential (at least one required or completed within 6 months of eligibility)
  • RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS – American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer OR
  • CCT – Certified Cardiographic Technician through CCI – Cardiovascular Credentialing International OR
  • RCS – Registered Cardiac Sonographer through CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
•  Minimum one-year experience highly preferred. 
• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Patient Care

• Review medical records for patient history and supporting clinical data.
• Explain procedure to patient; provide patient care, support, comfort, safety and confidentiality.
• Select equipment and imaging modalities, position and prep, to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.

Echocardiography

• Perform all echocardiography examinations offered at this facility.
• Display a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology to obtain optimal studies.
• Select and record preliminary study results on work sheet.
• Make pertinent measurements and label.
• Direct study to Cardiologist for interpretation.
• Consult with Cardiologist about unusual scans and assist with interpretation.
• Maintain ultrasonography equipment. Recognize malfunctions and need for servicing. Ensure quality control procedures are maintained. Order department supplies

BENEFITS:

• RETENTION BONUS - $3,000.00!
• NO STATE INCOME TAX
• Hometown Health Medical, EyeMed Vision, Guardian Dental, Vanguard 401(k) with match and Flexible Spending Account.
• Employer paid Care Flight Membership for your household (A Division of REMSA).
• Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Unum Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term & Long Term Disability).
• Earned Time Off, Sick Leave and Paid Holidays.
• Nevada 529 College Fund.
• Unum Employee Assistance Program.
• Employer paid Credit monitoring and Identity Theft Program through CyberScout.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Clinical Ladder* & HRSA Loan Repayment Program* (*for qualifying positions).
• and More...

CARSON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

 "BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021 & 2022!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!