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Posted: 29-Aug-24
Location: Gillette, Wyoming
Type: Full Time
Sector:
Salary Details:
Additional Information:
Internal Number: 111111
- Up to $25,000 sign on bonus and $25,000 Relocation!
- They need to be a registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer and have experience or certifications in vascular or general studies.
About:
Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic is a newly founded team-based physician-led, comprehensive health and wellness clinic in the beautiful area of Gillette, Wyoming. Our company was created to provide prospective healthcare resources to the community and meet the needs of our patient base.
Company Mission and Philosophy:
Hoskinson Health & Wellness Clinic is owned by physicians who have teamed together to help end discrepancies they have seen for decades in the healthcare space. Our mission is to help patients truly live better, healthier lives by providing comprehensive care through a variety of specialists and support services. HH&WC has an integrated regenerative & longevity philosophy that functions hand-in-hand with treatment planning, preventive care, and team collaboration on patient cases. We believe that patients are more than their diagnoses and deserve access to the best education and resources we can provide. To ensure this mission is met, we focus on integrating highly effective technology, encourage collaboration among the team, and take lower patient volumes to allow patients more time with our staff.
Job Summary:
The Diagnostic Cardiac/ Medical Sonographer is responsible for performing all echocardiography-related procedures in a clinic setting. This role requires a comprehensive knowledge of cardiovascular principles and ultrasound physics and instrumentation as well as the ability to produce and evaluate cardiac ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. The cardiac sonographer is responsible for acting as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients and family members while exercising discretion and judgment in the performance of the clinical examination. The cardiac sonographer will also provide the physician with an oral or written summary of the technical findings as well as provide patient education. The cardiac sonographer serves patients of all ages. We are seeking a person who is double board certified in general or vascular studies as well. Willing to train in general or vascular, experience is preferred.
Supervises: None
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/ Responsibilities:
- The cardiac/ medical sonographer is responsible for performing all echocardiography-related procedures in the clinic setting
- This role requires a comprehensive knowledge of cardiovascular principles and ultrasound physics and instrumentation as well as the ability to produce and evaluate cardiac ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis
- The cardiac/medical sonographer is responsible for acting as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients and family members while exercising discretion and judgment in the performance of the clinical examination
- The cardiac sonographer will also provide the physician with an oral or written summary of the technical findings as well as provide patient education
- The cardiac sonographer serves patients of all ages
- Carries out cardiac examinations following department protocol and procedures
- Examines requisition for appropriate orders, exam date, indication for exam
- Reprints corrected requisition
- Provides accurate data to radiologist/cardiologist reading exam studies per exam policy and procedures
- Acquires and archives for the procedure
- Demonstrates competency in imaging and archiving procedures
- Documents appropriate information in patient's chart
- Ensures the procedure and related supplies are billed correctly
- Participates in performance improvement and quality control activities
- Performs PACS Functions and burning CD’s and routing and retrieving studies
- Complies with the Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and Hoskinson policies and procedures
- Maintains adequate stock of supplies in room
- Maintains cleanliness of radiology equipment rooms
- Performs IV insertion for IV contrast studies
- Abilities to do General or Vascular studies in clinic settings, willing to train
- All other duties as assigned
Education/Certifications/Licenses
- Associates Degree in Applied Science
- Certification - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Certification - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Certification-RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) certification or certification of RVT (Registered Vascular Technologists)
- BLS certification from American Heart Association
Experience
- 3 + years of Sonographer Experience
- Stress Echocardiography Experience preferred.
- Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Experience preferred
- General Diagnostic Medical or Vascular Experience preferred
Required Skills/Abilities
- Adhere to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations; the standard of care in the community applicable to employees; relevant licensure/certification, accreditation, and ethical standards; third-party payer requirements; and clinic’s bylaws, rules and policies, including but not limited to clinics employment policies
- Physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities sufficient to perform essential functions.
- Good interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment
- Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control protocols.
Physical, Mental Demands/Working Environment
- Physical Requirements: Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours)
Benefits:
- Health Insurance: Company pays 100% of your health insurance premiums, which includes a low-deductible health plan through Cigna, Vision, and Dental.
- Additional Insurance: $50 employer monthly allotment for Disability, Life insurances, Cancer coverage, Accident policies, and more through a supplemental company.
- Retirement: Up to 8% match for retirement, no waiting period!
- Vacation & leave: Generous vacation and sick leave with accrual and carry-over opportunities.
- Continuing or Additional Education: HH&WC will assist in the professional development of all employees with HR approval.
The Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Clinic is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Human Resources at 307-387-9850.
Experience
- 3 + years of Sonographer Experience
- Stress Echocardiography Experience preferred.
- Pediatric Cardiac Sonography Experience preferred
- General Diagnostic Medical or Vascular Experience preferred