Echocardiographer

   

Position Summary:

Performs echocardiograms using ultrasound equipment in accordance with established practices and procedures for Kootenai Heart Clinics.

 

PRN (As Needed ) -Day Shift 

 

Responsibilities:

Provides preliminary diagnostic evaluation and notifies cardiologists of results of examinations
Consults with cardiologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements
Calibrate and maintains equipment when needed, maintains operational logs
Performs a variety of tasks
Works under general supervision
A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
Typically reports to a chief technologist or manager
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

   

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree (AAS) or equivalent, from a CAAHEP accredited college or technical school in Echocardiography or; experience and training necessary for designation of “Registry Eligible” in Echocardiography required
ARDMS credentialed in RDCS or CCI credentialed in RCS required within 6 months of hire
BLS Required.  Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

       

Working Conditions:

Must be able to maintain a standing position
Typical equipment used in a clinical job
Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

   

About Kootenai Health:  

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.  

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:  

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.   

 

Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it  

 

Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.   

 

Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials  

 

An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching   

 

Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more  

 

Robust and interactive employee referral program  

 

And much more  

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!   

 

Apply today! Please contact Alex Cronnelly at acronnelly@kh.org or the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.   

 

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.