Location:Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901

Department: HOD Cardiology - Metro Parkway

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.39 - $39.50 / hour

Summary

***Hiring Incentives: $5,000 Sign-on and $5,000 Relocation Package, and $1,800 a month for 6 months housing stipend (applicants that are located over 50 miles away)***

Performs complete echocardiographic study integrating all imaging modalities necessary to obtain all pertinent patient data for diagnostic purposes. Sonographer will specialize in transthoracic echocardiographic studies according to departmental and IAC protocol (which consist of M-mode, two-dimensional echocardiograms, color flow, pulsed wave and continuous wave Doppler). Sonographer will perform imaging enhancement agents, saline bubble, portable, stress echo studies, and assists with transesophageal echocardiographic procedures. Document completely and accurately patient data and echo exam information utilizing current information management system and follows appropriate billing for procedures. Assist in the orientation and training of all levels of trainees and visitors assigned to the Echocardiography Laboratory.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained
Program of StudyRequired/
Preferredand/or
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required

Additional Requirements

Graduate from a cardiovascular technology program or diagnostic medical ultrasound program. Extensive experience may substitute training.

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required
Area of ExperienceRequired/
Preferredand/or
2 Years
EchocardiographyRequired

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses
Required/
Preferredand/or
Not Required

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Certificates/Registrations
Required/
Preferredand/or
BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)
Required

Additional Requirements

Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Echocardiography (RDCS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International in Echocardiography (RCS), required.

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