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Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist/EchocardiographerPay Range: $48.70 - $72.56Eligible for relocation bonus based on location.Position within the OFNHP bargaining unit. Step placement is determined by years of experience.Shift Differentials under OFNHP:Evening: $2.50/hrWeekend: $4/hrNight: Starts at $10/hrJob DescriptionTITLE: Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist/EchocardiographerREPORTS TO POSITION: Manager, EchoDEPARTMENT: EchoDATE LAST REVIEWED: June 2025OUR VISION: Creating America''s healthiest community, togetherOUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better valueOUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and TeamworkDepartment SummaryThe Echocardiography department provides licensed technologists at all four St. Charles Hospitals and also offers Echocardiography services at our clinics. Technologists provide 24/7 services in the Echo Lab, OR, ER, Cath Lab, and all patient care floors throughout the hospitals, as well as at outreach hospitals throughout Eastern Oregon.Position OverviewThe Echocardiographer performs cardiovascular ultrasound procedures and related tasks per provider orders, utilizing knowledge and judgment regarding imaging technique and patient treatment. The role includes database network oversight to ensure timely followthru of ECHO/CV Ultrasound performance, interpretation, and reporting back to appropriate providers and facilities. This position does not directly supervise other caregivers.Essential Functions and DutiesPerforms and produces accurate and interpretable cardiovascular ultrasounds per St. Charles Health System policies, procedures, and guidelines.Conducts timely office procedures (charges, charge audits, editing, filing, data collection, ordering, and other) as required by St. Charles Health System.Ensures that charges are entered and audited accurately and timely. Ensures that all cardiovascular ultrasounds/Echos are read daily and dispersed back to referring physicians and facilities.Provides timely report and database entry completion, maintains St. Charles Health System Echo database network, and provides clinical oversight and troubleshooting for the system.Remains proficient in administration of ultrasound contrast agents per St. Charles Health System policies and procedures.Remains proficient in ultrasound bubble studies per St. Charles Health System policies and procedures.Performs cleaning of TEE probes, TTE probes, and echo machines per St. Charles Health System policies and procedures.Responsible for inventory oversight and communicates equipment and supply needs to the responsible party.Prepares comprehensive reports for the cardiologist.Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies in Electronic Medical Records.Participates in call rotation.Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization''s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations, and cooperating fully with all investigations and proceedings.Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.EducationRequired: Graduate of an accredited certificate program.Preferred: Associate or Bachelor''s degree in a related field.Licensure / Certification / RegistrationRequired: Current BLS/CPR Health Care Provider certification; current OBMI license; RDCSAE or RCS required within 90 days of hire; BCLS required within 90 days of hire; valid Oregon Driver''s License and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.Preferred: RDCSPE, RDCSFE, RCCS.ExperienceRequired: Six (6) months of direct patient care experience in cardiovascular ultrasound.Preferred: One (1) year of direct patient care experience in cardiovascular ultrasound.Personal Protective EquipmentMust be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.Additional Position InformationMust have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS.Must have strong teamworking and collaborative skills.Must be able to multitask and work independently.Must have strong attention to detail.Must have strong analytical, problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.Must have intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access), database management, and document preparation.Diagnostic Testing and Special SkillsTransthoracic and stress (dobutamine & treadmill) echocardiograms.Transesophageal echocardiograms.Proper cleaning of TEE probes.Pediatric echocardiography (RDCSPE registered technologist).Fetal echocardiography (RDCSFE registered technologist).Physical RequirementsContinually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of a clear and audible speaking voice, and the ability to hear normal speech level.Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 125 pounds.Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 2550 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.Exposure to Elemental FactorsRarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.BloodBorne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure CategoryRisk for exposure to BBP.Schedule Weekly Hours40Caregiver TypeRegularShiftVariable (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?NoJob FamilyTECHNOLOGISTScheduled Days Of The WeekVariableShift Start & End TimevariableSeniority LevelEntry levelEmployment TypeFulltimeJob FunctionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health Care#J-18808-Ljbffr