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Job SummaryUnder indirect supervision, operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform a variety of routine and specialized technical procedures to produce images which assist the physician in the diagnosis of heart ailments. Makes members/patients and their needs a primary focus of ones actions; develops and sustains productive member/patient relationships. Actively seeks information to understand member/patient circ*mstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Builds rapport and cooperative relationship with members/patients. Considers how actions or plans will affect members; responds quickly to meet member/patient needs and resolves problems.
Essential Responsibilities
This position, knows and complies with all Kaiser Permanente quality, safety, and emergency policies and procedures. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice in every interaction with patients, colleagues, providers, and leadership. Ensures patient safety in the preparation and provisioning of care related to but not limited to medications, procedures, infection prevention, fall prevention, including consistent use of two patient identifiers and procedural time outs. Reports safety hazards, accidents and incidents, and unsafe working conditions promptly.
Reviews patients medical records to obtain and record identifying information required for cardiology testing; instructs patient in preparing for examinations and explains procedures to be performed. Positions patient to obtain desired images in accordance with physicians instructions using knowledge of human anatomy.
Operates diagnostic cardiac ultrasound equipment to record structure and flow characteristics of the heart for adult and adult-congenital cardiac patients. Reviews and modifies each echocardiogram during the procedure to obtain the highest quality exam possible. Performs calculations and measurements to appropriately focus the exam and obtain the data needed for the particular diagnosis.
Organizes processed images, measurements, calculations and other data in a logical sequence for presentation to the physician for interpretation. Records exam findings in reporting software for physician review; consults with the cardiologist regarding the quality of the images and data obtained. May read with physicians when appropriate.
Places intravenous catheters, administers ultrasound image enhancement agents, monitors the patient for adverse reactions, and records these procedures the patients medical record.
Performs other technical duties, including EKG and prepares results for the physicians review.
Maintains appropriate quality control of all cardiac ultrasound equipment; orders and stores supplies; prepares and maintains ultrasound records and files; and schedules appointments.
May perform other duties within the department as requested.
In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.
ExperienceBasic Qualifications:
N/A
Education
Completion of an accredited training program in Cardiac Diagnostic Sonography.
License, Certification, Registration
Registered Cardiac Sonographer Certificate from Cardiovascular Credentialing International OR Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography Certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Additional Requirements
Must be willing to become IV certified within six months of placement or hire.
Ability to operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and doppler, and perform related technical procedures.
Highly effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated customer service skills, customer focus abilities and the ability to understand Kaiser Permanente customer needs.
Previous experience as a Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performing doppler is required.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Primary Location: Colorado,Denver,Regional Office - Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 12:00 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: C01|SEIU|Local 105 Job Level: Entry Level Department: Franklin Medical Offices - Cardiology - 1608 Pay Range: $48.59 - $55.71 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
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If you're interested in working with the latest medical technologies, saving lives, and earning a great living, becoming a diagnostic cardiac sonographer (or echocardiographer) is an excellent career choice.
Cardiac sonographers can pursue a variety of career paths, including roles as sonographers, nurses, and managers. They can work in medical facilities, such as hospitals and clinics, or they can specialize in obstetrics and gynecology.
The requirements are quite similar, but a general sonography program often requires a little more time to complete, as you'll need to study a wider range of the body in detail than if you studied cardiac sonography.
Ultrasound technicians make an average of $92,660 per year across the state, and positions often come with a full benefits package. When you break it down by local area, California has the only cities in America that average over $100,000 annually.
Because a sonographer can often experience high stress situations at work, the job can become very taxing on the body, both physically and emotionally. Sonographers are often diagnosed with repetitive stress injuries, particularly in the back and extremities.
Overall employment of medical sonographers and cardiovascular technologists and technicians is projected to grow 10% from 2021 to 2031, faster than the average for all occupations. In today's face-paced environment, employers count on highly technical skills and a team they can trust.
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