Cardiac Sonographer - Echocardiology - PeaceHealth

**Description** *****Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available***** **PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington** is seeking a **Cardiac Sonographer - Echocardiology** for a **Full Time, 1.0 FTE, Day Shift** position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is **$47.46-$70.70.** The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. **Why PeaceHealth?** + PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center has earned a Leapfrog "A" Safety Rating. + PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center's Heart and Vascular Center is an Accredited non-invasive vascular and echocardiography lab along with a Center of Excellence for Atrial Fibrillation; accredited with Cardiac Nuclear stress testing by Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. + Our Stroke Program has Level II Stroke Center certification and is the recipient of the American Heart Association's 2020 Get With it Guidelines® --Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Aware and Target: Stroke Elite Honor Roll recognition for high standard of stroke care + Our Cardiopulmonary Rehab unit is accredited by the American Association of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation and has Level 1 STEMI certification. + 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. + 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. **Position Highlights:** + These full-time positions will be scheduled for 8 hour shifts, either Thursday-Monday, or Friday-Tuesday. + Our supportive team treats each other like family and is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a collaborative work environment. As part of this dedication to teamwork, our department shares call and holiday rotation (required response time 30 minutes). + Will be trained to be part of our robust structural heart program supporting TAVR, Watchman and Mitra Clip. **Details about the 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, transesophageal 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. **What you bring:** + Accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound program required (CAAHEP accredited program preferred). + Minimum six months full-time Cardiac Internship preferred. + Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) required. + Basic Life Support from American Heart Association or from American Red Cross + 1 year experience as a cardiac sonographer preferred. **Relocating to Vancouver? Here are some reasons why you'll love it:** + **Tax Advantage:** Washington state has no state income tax, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money! + **Thriving Pacific Northwest City:** Vancouver offers a vibrant small-city atmosphere with a strong sense of community. + **Outdoor Paradise:** Vancouver boasts stunning scenery with access to the Columbia River Gorge, hiking trails, and wineries. **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.** REQNUMBER: 77176