The Echocardiographer oversees and coordinates the performance of all Cardiology and Electroencephalographic procedures. The Echocardiographer shall work cooperatively with Physicians, Nursing Staff, Ancillary Staff, and other members of the patient care team to maintain established departmental and hospital standards of care. All services shall be carried out according to established departmental and hospital policies, the hospital’s mission statement, and the philosophy of the department’s code of ethics.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

One year ultrasound experience in echocardiograms.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Registered or registry eligible as a Cardiac Sonographer by The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or The Cardiovascular Credentialing International. BLS Healthcare Provider CPR Course Certification through the American Heart Association.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWEDGE AND ABILITIES:

The Echocardiographer, working in a staff position, shall follow all policies and procedures set forth by the Cardiopulmonary Department and OakBend Medical Center in providing Cardiology Services to all patients and accepts assigned responsibilities as an accountable member of the health care team. The Echocardiographer must remain an active part of the on call team rotation for all procedures performed. Successful completion of any other hospital or department specific training courses may be required.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.