Echo Lab Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Cardiac Sonographer to join its Cardiology Diagnostics Department.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE, 40 hrs/weekly

• Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Harborview Medical Center-Cardiology Diagnostics Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Cardiac Sonographer to join our Echo Lab team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sonographer who is passionate about highquality cardiac imaging, patient care, and working in a collaborative academic inpatient and outpatient medical environment.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Conveniently located near public transportation

• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies including transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), dobutamine stress echocardiography (DSE), and treadmill stress echocardiography (TME).

• Assist physicians during transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) procedures.

• Acquire and optimize highquality cardiac images using advanced ultrasound technology while tailoring each study to the patient's clinical condition.

• Monitor patient vital signs and clinical status throughout procedures and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.

• Perform accurate measurements and calculations and document findings in preliminary echocardiography reports.

• Utilize EPIC and IntelliSpace Cardiovascular systems for documentation and image management.

• Collaborate closely with cardiologists and the care team to ensure accurate diagnostic imaging and high standards of patient care.

• Participate in the training and mentorship of ultrasound students from CAAHEPaccredited programs and cardiology fellows when applicable.

• Contribute to Echo Lab quality initiatives and approved research projects.

• Maintain professional certification and remain current with advances in cardiac sonography through continuing education.

• Participate in Echo Lab staff meetings, Saturday shift rotation, and oncall coverage.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification through American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

• 1+ years of experience as Cardiac Sonographer 1

• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.