Echocardiographer

Echocardiographer Internal Only Department Only

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Heart Services
  - Echocardiology
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time
  - Variable

Performs quality echocardiograms in accordance with established departmental procedures and protocols. Provides preliminary diagnostic evaluation by completing a thorough preliminary report on a PACS.

• Responsible to learn new technology and types of echo exams/procedures as required
• Shares in call rotation for weeknights, weekends, and holidays, with the ability to comply within 30-minute response time
• Maintains a high commitment to quality and patient safety, and able to assist in transfer
• Consults with cardiologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

• Associate’s degree (AA), or equivalent, from a college or technical school in Echocardiography OR experience and training necessary for designation of “Registry Eligible” in Echocardiography required
• RDCS or RCS Registration required within 6 months of hire
• BLS required

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to maintain a sitting position
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Must be able to stoop or crouch
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

Continue your career with Kootenai Health!

At Kootenai Health, you can continue learning, growing, and advancing. With 397 beds licensed on the main campus, two critical access hospitals, and more than 50 clinics, we offer an almost endless array of meaningful opportunities. Our Internal Recruiters are dedicated to providing personalized service to our team members. They are available to answer internal mobility questions and assist you in navigating options to transition and expand your career and skills.

What to Expect after you transfer:

• If you change your title or department, you will receive a new badge. Badges are printed and available in Security on the Wednesday of the week following your transfer.
• Your benefits may change if your position status (FT, PT, or PRN) has been updated. Please talk with your Recruiter if you have any questions about your status and benefits.
• Those with a primary position as a PRN will receive per diem pay. Per Diem rates are tiered depending on number of years of employment.
• If you are moving into a new role, HR will provide you with a new job description to review and sign. HR will also request documentation for any new requirements for your position, including experience, education, licensure, certification, etc.
• If EPIC training is required for your role and you have not completed the required module for your position, please complete an EPIC Fast Track Attestation at https://kh.org/epicfasttrack
• If an advanced background check with Health and Welfare is required for your role and you have not completed one previously, you will need to complete the process before your transfer date.

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. We value investing in our employees and look forward to supporting you to find a position that best meets your needs, passions, and goals!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• Employee referral bonus program

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