Echocardiographer - PRN

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Echocardiographer - PRN Vail, Colorado, United States

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Vail Health has become the world's most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here .

About the opportunity:

Perform adult and pediatric echocardiograms (2D, M-Mode, and Doppler). Also perform cardiac stress testing, Echo stress, Dobutamine Echo stress, Nuclear stress, and GXT.


This position is PRN or as needed. Eligible for 16% PRN Shift differential.

What you will do:
Perform all Echocardiography examinations according to Vail Health protocols. Review each examination for technical accuracy, send completed examinations to cardiologist, and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure. Perform adult, pediatric, and infant echocardiography exams (2D, M-Mode, and Doppler). Perform all forms of cardiac stress testing:
Echo stress, Dobutamine Echo stress, Nuclear stress testing, and GXT, including pre-exercise evaluation, reviewing documentation, and post-exercise visualization of all pertinent myocardial structures. Assist the cardiologist with Trans-Esophageal Echocardiography (TEE). Monitor inventory of supplies and orders when stock is low. Keep the exam room stocked and neat. Identify each patient and reviews exam order for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis.

Review consistency of all demographic information including physician's name and signature, patient's name, and date. Maintain constructive collaborative communication with patients, families, physicians, co-workers, and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Maintain established department policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality assurance, safety, environmental standards, radiation protection standards, infection control standards, and universal precautions. Maintain working knowledge and use of the Vail Health HIS and PACS computer systems to ensure quality patient documentation.

Participate in departmental and team meetings. Other duties as assigned. Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values. Must be HIPAA compliant

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:
2 years of experience preferred.
License(s)/ Certification(s):

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Basic Life Support (BLS) required

PRN (POOL) benefits include:
Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility

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About Vail Health

Vail Health is a dynamic mountain healthcare system that combines the world-class care you d see in a big city with a small-town approach. Our history of pioneerism inspires us to roll up our sleeves in a collaborative and innovative spirit. We take pride in being an independent healthcare system that has the flexibility to make decisions that directly impact our communities.

Elevated standards are the cornerstone of our approach. As a pillar of our community, Vail Health puts as much emphasis on mental health as we do on physical health. We recognize the value of integrated teamwork to provide the same level of personalized care we'd give an elite athlete, neighbor, or family member.

Joining Vail Health means becoming part of something greater than yourself. We support your journey, providing curated benefits that foster your personal and professional growth. Together, we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees, patients, and local communities.

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• Vail Health has expanded its reach with care facilities in Avon, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum, and Basalt. Our main hospital in Vail offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, childbirth, and imaging, all within a modern facility that reflects our dedication to innovation and excellence.
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