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PeaceHealth

Cardiac Sonographer

PeaceHealth, Ketchikan, Alaska, United States, 99901


Description

Hiring bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available

PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $49.84– $70.36. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Position highlights:

Work-Life Balance: This position will be scheduled Monday through Friday, 0800-1630, with no call!

Mission-driven, value-based employer: PeaceHealth was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek and is among Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters 2024"! Be a part of our mission-driven culture where values guide every decision, creating a truly purposeful workplace.

Serving with Compassion and Excellence: PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center was named one of Alaska's Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek and Statista in 2024!

Support for our new caregivers: We understand that this can be a big move, that's why a hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

Details about this position:

Responsible for performing diagnostic and special procedures ultrasonography in accordance with established policies and procedures. Must use independent judgment in applying knowledge of clinical cardiology, acoustic imaging technology, and problem-solving skills to optimize the echocardiographic evaluation, tailoring and expanding the exam to ensure comprehensiveness and diagnostic accuracy.

Performs prescribed ultrasound procedures using a variety of equipment to get preliminary echocardiographic measurements. Must be competent at the performance of adult echocardiography and contrast studies.

Must follow department imaging protocols, appropriately acquire all echocardiographic measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports for the interpreting physician, and verbally communicate preliminary findings to the interpreting physician when necessary.

Prepare, supply and equip ultrasound rooms to meet specific cardiologist and physician requirements for procedures.

This position will be doing adult echo studies, but there may also be the opportunity to do some vascular cases such as ABI's.

What you bring:

Accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Program Required; CAAHEP accredited program preferred. Minimum six months full-time Cardiac internship strongly preferred.

3-5 years of experience as cardiac sonographer preferred.

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) required at hire.

Required: Basic Life Support from American Heart Association or American Red Cross

About the community:

Paradise found: Picture kayaking through fjords, hiking glaciers, or snowshoeing through untouched wilderness. Your commute will be the envy of everyone back home!

Diverse and welcoming: From fishing with the locals to sipping hot cocoa at community bonfires, you'll feel embraced by Ketchikan's unique and friendly spirit.

Island life, with a twist: Ketchikan is on an island accessible by jet or ferry. But we're just a quick flight away from Seattle, so all the perks of a big city are still within reach!

Spotlight on Ketchikan (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xgfWMGUUcU)

For a complete description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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