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ECHO Technologist - MethodistCarle Health • Peoria, Illinois, United States
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ECHO Technologist - Methodist

Carle Health
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    Peoria, Illinois, United States
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    Peoria, Illinois, United States
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Overview Sign-on Bonus Available! Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi To provide high quality ultrasound images of the heart and great vessels for adult patients, technical assistance with exercise and non-exercise stress testing, and to handle other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Certifications: ARDMS or CCI registration within 1 year; Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Sonography or Related field Work Experience: Accept New Grads Responsibilities Performs high quality two-dimensional ultrasound studies of the heart and great vessels, along with identifying EKG abnormalities and/or arrythmia.
  • Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patients in performance of everyday duties and responsibilities.
  • Understands complimenting imaging and/or doppler techniques, including when to use these methods to investigate specific clinical questions. Knowledge of patient positioning, breathing techniques, position and direction for positioning of the transducer to ultimately give the best visualization of the cardiac structures.
  • Proficient in recognizing abnormalities in structure and function, in distinguishing normal from abnormal findings, and in recognizing imaging artifacts.
  • Knowledge of gross and sectional anatomy.
  • Demonstrates use of M-Mode technique for measuring the cardiac dimensions at precise times of the cardiac cycle.
  • Estimates the severity of the valvular insufficiencies by mapping the dimensions, orientation, and directions of the regurgitant jet with the color flow doppler.
  • Assess the blood flow through the heart, including increased velocities, stenosis, regurgitations and shunts with the pulsed and continuous-wave doppler.
  • Uses contrast echocardiography in cases where two-dimensional and color flow are suboptimal.
  • Evaluates left and right ventricular systolic and diastolic functions and documents wall motion abnormalities.
  • Recognizes rare, common, simple and complex congenital heart malformations, acquired pathologies, possible outcomes of palliative and corrective surgical procedures.
  • Completes the study according to updated protocols, recognizes the needs and presents additional views, calculations and measurements when necessary.
  • Uses segmental approach while obtaining the images of the cardiac structures in four echocardiographic windows: parasternal, apical, subcostal and suprasternal notch regions.
  • Operates the ultrasound equipment, including the function of all controls affecting the quality of the data displayed. This includes knowledge of the key controls to expedite the study and produce interpretable images (TCG, focus, gains).
  • Selects the transducer best suited to the structures of interest for optimal resolution and adequate penetration.
  • Obtains, reviews, and documents pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic results.
  • Correlates clinical history with exam to be performed and consults with the cardiologist for clarification.
  • Monitors, records, charges and communicates appropriately utilizing computerized documentation system.
  • Prepares, instructs, assists the patients, and produces the images in a timely manner for dobutamine and exercise stress echocardiograms.
  • Assists the cardiologist in performing transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE).
  • Communicates results to the cardiologist and responds to possible questions and concerns in a timely manner.
  • Maintains monthly correlation studies and monthly statistics.
  • Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and report equipment failure.
  • Participates in mobile echo/vascular service regionally.
  • Participates in callback rotation.
Assists in performing functional, pharmacological cardiolite, and echocardiography stress testing.
  • Documents procedures correctly.
  • Accurately assesses the patients and their physical ability to perform the tests.
  • Accurately interprets and clarifies physician's orders.
  • Provides thorough assessments of a patient in a crisis situation, then notifies the physician when necessary.
  • Displays proficiency in knowing lethal arrthymias.
  • Completes quarterly competency in stress lab, holter monitoring and event monitoring.
Uses time, supplies, and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care.
  • Completes work within assigned shift.
  • Uses overtime only when necessary.
  • Organizes and prioritizes work regardless of frequent interruptions.
  • Uses slow time to work on additional tasks that promote the efficiency of the department.
  • Responds willingly to requests for assistance from other team members.
  • Prevents waste of supplies
  • Works independently within established guidelines.
Continues professional growth by maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in echocardiography.
  • Attends conferences or does reading that will be used for required CEU's.
  • Participates in activities for growth and development (Teamwork exercises, values, etc.)
  • Maintains current knowledge of new ultrasound techniques for adult echocardiography
  • Applies knowledge of past and present experiences.
  • Displays a professional attitude in the area department toward students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.
  • Participates in monitoring QI, QA, QC programs that assist in maintaining ICAEL accreditation.
  • Seeks out and participates in Evidence Based Clinical Practice projects that will benefit quality patient care.
  • Participates in cross training to adult , pediatric or vascular ultrasound.
  • Follows-up and/or gives feedback to management with problem solving and event reports.
  • Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: . Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $33.87per hour - $58.26per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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