Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Cardiac Sonographer Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2023-24793 Position Category Hospital/Clinic Support Position Type Regular Full-Time Job Type AFSCME union represented Department Adult Non Invasive Cardiac Services Salary Range $50.55 - $69.41 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity) FTE 1.00 Schedule Mon-Fri 4/10 hour shifts Hours 7 AM - 5:30 PM Recruitment Incentive Relocation and Hiring Bonus Department Overview

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Eligible for hiring bonus and relocation assistance available Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employeesCovered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependentsSeveral retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b) Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated by FTE status)Commuter subsidiesTuition reimbursement Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefitsAnnual RaisesEmployee discounts to local and major businessesGrowth/Development Opportunities

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The adult cardiac sonographer works collaboratively with health care providers to provide direct and indirect care to patients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Non Invasive Services Department and throughout the hospital. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performance of transthoracic echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and transesophageal echocardiograms. Evening and weekend call is mandatory.

Function/Duties of Position

Provides direct and indirect care to patients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Non Invasive Services Department and other areas in the hospital

Performs transthoracic echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and transesophageal echocardiograms
Assesses and prepares patients for proceduresConducts testing under the indirect supervision of a cardiologistPositions patient to maximize effectiveness of image and minimize patient discomfortAdjusts equipment controls and modifies images during the exam to demonstrate anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, and/or pathology accuratelyDetermines need for additional views based on patient variables or encountered pathologyRecords images for review by cardiologistProvides measurements, estimates, angles, and guidance as needed during certain procedures including, but not limited to, pericardiocentisis, transesophageal echocardiogram, and alcohol septal ablationSelects appropriate scan based on functional and/or anatomical pathologyUtilizes ultrasound and contrast agents to view cardiac structures and wall motion/perfusionMonitors patients and their responseReports pertinent findings to cardiologistArranges images of exam findings for patient’s medical recordDocuments according to established policies and proceduresDemonstrates ongoing proficiency in clinical skills/knowledge specific to specialty area Demonstrates practice consistent with current research/standards/policies/protocols/proceduresProtects patient privacy/maintains confidentialityInserts and manages intravenous linesRecognizes and responds to adverse reactions, clinical problems, or emergent situationsProvides teaching to patient and family as necessaryPerforms routine cleaning and reports mechanical failure of equipment
Ensures emergency equipment is maintained and working properlyDemonstrates fiscally responsible resource utilization and promotes cost containmentFollows research protocolsPerforms patient care in a timely mannerProductively utilizes unassigned time

Prioritizes and coordinates patient care and/or services with team members

 

Participates in the assessment and development of department and hospital
related projects

Participates in orientation of new employeesServes as a resource for staff members, students, residents, and fellowsServes on hospital and department committees as needed
Develops and revises departmental policies, protocols, procedures, and forms as neededPlans, prepares, and presents training for departmental employees

Assists with other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology from an approved and accredited program OR equivalent combination of education, formal training and work experience.Ability to perform a complete transthoracic echocardiogram including assessing systolic and diastolic function, and valvular anatomyKnowledge of cardiovascular disease and treatmentKnowledge of cardiac noninvasive proceduresEffective utilization of oral and written communication skills with staff and the publicFluency in oral and written EnglishProficiency in computer skills including word processing and databasesAbility to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasksFlexibilityStrong customer service skillsProficiency in organizational skills, time management and creativity with schedulingpatientsAbility to work independently and autonomously, self-motivatedAbility to report to work regularly, on time, and prepared Proficiency in intravenous line insertion and managementARDMS or CCI certification or within 6 months of hire.OBMI licensure per “C” Classification Specifications. Must have OBMI license by start date.BLS certificationCompliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degreeOne year of recent experience as a cardiac sonographer.Recent experience as a cardiac sonographer in a hospital based, cardiac non invasive services departmentProficiency in intravenous line insertion and management Additional Details

Salary Range: $50.55 - $69.41 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity)

Exposure to usual hospital environmental conditionsPossible exposure to body substancesFast paced environment with frequent interruptions and multiple demandsAbility to work a minimum of 8 hours per day and longer, according to organizational requirementsRotating holiday and weekend call schedule and rotating Saturday shifts.Travel to off site clinics may be necessary

Ability to lift, bend, stand, walk throughout the shift

Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand for up to 8 continuous hours a day

Ability to push an echo machine through hospital corridors

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.