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Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

• Job Summary / Purpose ​​Performs a variety of cardiac ultrasound procedures in locations throughout the hospital. May work with patients in these age groups: infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. ​ Essential Key J ob Responsibilities ​ ​ General Duties

• ​Maintains proficiency with all cardiac ultrasound equipment and procedures performed at MercyOne

• ​Instructs and educates patient regarding the ordered test and prepares the patient for the procedure.

• ​Performs echocardiograms according to established protocol

• ​Performs cardiac sonography procedures using sterile technique in the OR/Cath lab setting.

• ​Appropriately documents in EHR and billing system

• ​Transports and positions patients as necessary to complete echocardiographic exams.

• ​Monitors patient status during testing.

• ​Injects ultrasound contrast media when indicated.

• ​Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information.

• ​Demonstrates the following customer service/interpersonal skills:

• ​Takes personal responsibility for work, actions, and attitudes

• ​Respects patients, peers, clients, students, physicians, service representatives, and other hospital staff

• ​Demonstrates positive and effective communication skills

• ​Cooperates with peers and leaders to build and maintain an effective healthcare team.

• ​Covers on-call shifts as scheduled including nights, weekends and holidays.

• ​Maintains equipment in designated testing areas.

• ​Participates in QA activities as directed.

• ​Maintains a clean and well-organized work environment

• ​Adheres to all Joint Commission and IAC accreditation guidelines

• ​Serves as a mentor for cardiac sonography students.

• ​Attends required meetings and participates on committees as requested.

• ​Completes department competencies in the required timeframes. ​

• ​​Successful completion of an accredited two year Ultrasonography or Radiologic Technologist program or must meet the educational requirements of the ARDMS for ultrasound training. (ie: 2-year Allied Health degree or Bachelor’s degree)

• ​Must meet the educational requirements of the ARDMS/CCI for ultrasound trainin

• ​​Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or​Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 12 months of hire for Adult and Pediatric

• ​Maintains active registry status with ARDMS or CCI for Adult and Pediatric

• ​Mandatory Reporter within 3 months of hire.

• ​Current BCLS certification.​

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran