Confluence Health
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech/ Echocardiographer - Omak
Confluence Health, Wenatchee, Washington, us, 98807
Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech/Echocardiographer - Omak
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow‑capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Salary Range: $46.37 - $74.67
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
CH Wellness Program
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long‑Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential
Summary Up to $15,000 in Bonuses! $5,000 sign on—paid after 90‑day probationary period, $5,000 paid after 6 months, and $5,000 retention bonus at 1 year. Additional rules apply.
This position does not take call, work weekends or holidays.
Responsibilities
Independently perform high‑quality, professional level, complex diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations adhering to Echo Lab policies, procedures, and American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Determine diagnostic parameters and adjust imaging as needed throughout the exam to acquire accurate images of cardiac anatomy, pathophysiological data, and blood flow analysis relative to patient clinical presentation, review of prior imaging studies, and relevant cardiac history.
Provide real‑time assessment of image quality to adjust imaging protocols and to determine the need for and utilize echo contrast/ultrasound‑enhancing agents, agitated saline “bubble” studies, 3‑D quantification, myocardial strain imaging, and other specialized imaging techniques following established lab protocols and American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Perform echocardiographic studies in the Cath Lab to provide imaging to guide pericardiocentesis and to evaluate TAVR valve placement.
Provide treadmill stress echo and dobutamine stress echo imaging as part of the cardiac stress testing team, including pharmacological viability and valve stress echocardiograms.
Assist the physician in the performance of 2‑D and 3‑D transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) and other special procedures.
Perform accurate measurements and calculations on acquired images, adhering to established lab protocols for pathology identified during exam.
Summarize and enter patient history, exam measurements, and other relevant data to complete an accurate preliminary assessment of cardiac structures and function for the reading cardiologist.
Recognize and alert the attending reading cardiologist of critical findings requiring immediate attention.
Provide excellent patient care consistent with professional practice standards published by the American Society of Echocardiography and all Confluence Health policies.
Contribute to the professional development of self, peers, and others through participation in departmental meetings, training, peer review, and case presentations as required for professional development and IA lab accreditation.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with physicians, colleagues, and support staff to promote best quality patient care.
Participate in the training and orientation of cardiac sonographer students completing clinical internships.
Travel to remote clinic sites up to two hours away.
Participate in equitable on‑call rotations.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from CCI.
Current BLS certification.
Valid state driver’s license and reliable vehicle transportation.
Desired:
Previous experience as an adult or pediatric echocardiographer, echo tech, or cardiac sonographer.
New graduates encouraged to apply and will participate in 6‑month echocardiography preceptorship/mentorship program.
Physical/Sensory Demands
Walking – Frequent
Sitting/Standing – Continuous
Reaching: Shoulder Height – Occasional
Reaching: Above shoulder height – Occasional
Reaching: Below shoulder height – Frequent
Climbing – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing over 50 lbs – Occasional
Lifting 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Lifting 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Lifting over 50 lbs – Occasional
Carrying 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Carrying 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Carrying over 50 lbs – Occasional
Crawling/Kneeling – Occasional
Bending/Stooping/Crouching – OccasionalTwisting/Turning – Occasional
Repetitive Movement – Continuous
Working Conditions
Work in both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital environments. Staff shares after‑hours hospital call coverage equitably, generally per week. May travel light to satellite clinics periodically.
Job Classification
FLSA: Non‑exempt
Hourly/Salary: Hourly
Physical Exposures
Unprotected heights – No
Heat – No
Cold – No
Mechanical hazards – Yes
Hazardous substances – No
Blood‑borne pathogen exposure potential – Yes
Lighting – No
Noise – No
Ionizing/Non‑ionizing radiation – Yes
Infectious diseases – Yes
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Salary Range: $46.37 - $74.67
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
CH Wellness Program
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long‑Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential
Summary Up to $15,000 in Bonuses! $5,000 sign on—paid after 90‑day probationary period, $5,000 paid after 6 months, and $5,000 retention bonus at 1 year. Additional rules apply.
This position does not take call, work weekends or holidays.
Responsibilities
Independently perform high‑quality, professional level, complex diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations adhering to Echo Lab policies, procedures, and American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Determine diagnostic parameters and adjust imaging as needed throughout the exam to acquire accurate images of cardiac anatomy, pathophysiological data, and blood flow analysis relative to patient clinical presentation, review of prior imaging studies, and relevant cardiac history.
Provide real‑time assessment of image quality to adjust imaging protocols and to determine the need for and utilize echo contrast/ultrasound‑enhancing agents, agitated saline “bubble” studies, 3‑D quantification, myocardial strain imaging, and other specialized imaging techniques following established lab protocols and American Society of Echocardiography standards.
Perform echocardiographic studies in the Cath Lab to provide imaging to guide pericardiocentesis and to evaluate TAVR valve placement.
Provide treadmill stress echo and dobutamine stress echo imaging as part of the cardiac stress testing team, including pharmacological viability and valve stress echocardiograms.
Assist the physician in the performance of 2‑D and 3‑D transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) and other special procedures.
Perform accurate measurements and calculations on acquired images, adhering to established lab protocols for pathology identified during exam.
Summarize and enter patient history, exam measurements, and other relevant data to complete an accurate preliminary assessment of cardiac structures and function for the reading cardiologist.
Recognize and alert the attending reading cardiologist of critical findings requiring immediate attention.
Provide excellent patient care consistent with professional practice standards published by the American Society of Echocardiography and all Confluence Health policies.
Contribute to the professional development of self, peers, and others through participation in departmental meetings, training, peer review, and case presentations as required for professional development and IA lab accreditation.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with physicians, colleagues, and support staff to promote best quality patient care.
Participate in the training and orientation of cardiac sonographer students completing clinical internships.
Travel to remote clinic sites up to two hours away.
Participate in equitable on‑call rotations.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from CCI.
Current BLS certification.
Valid state driver’s license and reliable vehicle transportation.
Desired:
Previous experience as an adult or pediatric echocardiographer, echo tech, or cardiac sonographer.
New graduates encouraged to apply and will participate in 6‑month echocardiography preceptorship/mentorship program.
Physical/Sensory Demands
Walking – Frequent
Sitting/Standing – Continuous
Reaching: Shoulder Height – Occasional
Reaching: Above shoulder height – Occasional
Reaching: Below shoulder height – Frequent
Climbing – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Pulling/Pushing over 50 lbs – Occasional
Lifting 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Lifting 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Lifting over 50 lbs – Occasional
Carrying 25 lbs or less – Occasional
Carrying 25‑50 lbs – Occasional
Carrying over 50 lbs – Occasional
Crawling/Kneeling – Occasional
Bending/Stooping/Crouching – OccasionalTwisting/Turning – Occasional
Repetitive Movement – Continuous
Working Conditions
Work in both outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital environments. Staff shares after‑hours hospital call coverage equitably, generally per week. May travel light to satellite clinics periodically.
Job Classification
FLSA: Non‑exempt
Hourly/Salary: Hourly
Physical Exposures
Unprotected heights – No
Heat – No
Cold – No
Mechanical hazards – Yes
Hazardous substances – No
Blood‑borne pathogen exposure potential – Yes
Lighting – No
Noise – No
Ionizing/Non‑ionizing radiation – Yes
Infectious diseases – Yes
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