Dameron Hospital is a fully accredited, non-profit, 200+ bed community hospital providing acute and tertiary level care to San Joaquin County residents. Now managed by Adventist Health, our hospital remains committed to providing the high quality care that has earned various state and national recognitions, as well as numerous awards and accolades. The hospital has also been designated by Blue Shield of California as a Blue Distinction® Center for Bariatric Surgery and for Knee and Hip Replacements as part of the Blue Distinction® Centers for Specialty Care program. In addition to being a top-rated joint replacement center in the Stockton area, and the county's leading orthopedic hospital, Dameron has also been recognized as a Top Performer for its Quality Metrics by The Joint Commission.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Uses ultrasound to visualize internal cardiac structures, obtain measurements of cardiac valves, ventricle and left atrium and visualize blood flow. Assists the physician with complex ultrasound procedures. Collects pertinent data from patient or patient's medical record. Makes duplicate copies of study and arranges delivery of copies of study to outside agencies, as needed, in compliance with hospital policy. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. Cover weekday, weekend and holiday call coverage on a rotating schedule. Overtime and shift rotation may be required. Must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may include the wearing of a respirator. This is a non-union position

The estimated base pay for this position is ($39.60- $57.42 hourly) depending on experience. Additional compensation may be available as part of our total offer package (differentials, shift incentives, benefits, and more).

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Job Functions:

• Follows department standard in performing cardiac sonography procedures; Obtains cardiac ultrasound per policy and procedure.

• Performs CPR following standards of American Heart Association, recognizes and appropriately responds to patient’s medical emergencies.

• Obtains patient clinical information from the chart and physician.

• Verifies order and Patient ID per policy prior to procedure.

• Selects the appropriate transducer and settings of the machine for optimal visualization.

• Able to position patient to optimally obtain cardiac structures.

• Ability to expand scope of exam as needed.

• Ability to assist physician with TEE, Stress and Contrast Echo.

• Correctly disconnects patients from telemetry monitor and leaves monitor with floor nursing staff. 1.2 Cleanliness and Safety

• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.

• Inspects ultrasound equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively. Reports any issues/concerns to Cardiac Sonography Supervisor.

• Knows and practices proper method for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing all equipment used to provide cardiac sonography services

• Completes required documentation for gluteraldehyde use.

• Transports patient from their room to Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Lab and return them to their room safely.

• Keeps Echo Carts clean and stocked.

• Cleans exam table and wheelchair; ensures wheelchair is working properly.

• Safely transports oxygen and medical gas cylinders

Education:

• Acquires and maintains current knowledge in cardiac sonography.
• Participates in departmental continuing education programs and in activities that will further professional growth.
• Maintains clinical skills, including competency labs and training.
• Participates and successfully completes at least 80% of departmental education modules, videotapes, and unitspecific training education consistent with their assigned responsibilities.
• Maintains a current BLS (CPR) Certification.
• Participates and successfully passes all equipment competency assessments/checklists.
• Participates and successfully completes 100% of all mandatory educational workshops/classes/modules

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA and HI) or the option of COVID-19 vaccine or weekly testing (required in OR), etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.