Job Description - Cardiac Ultrasonographer - Needham/Somerville - 40 hours flexible (124623)
Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost-effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding, and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.
SUMMARY
A certified Cardiac Ultrasonographer performs diagnostic and special procedure ultrasonography in accordance with established policies and procedures.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). CEU documentation required for certification must be provided. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
EXPERIENCE
Two to three years of experience in adult echo and stress/echo preferred. Able to independently perform tests.
SKILLS
Good interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently.
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.
Benefits Include:
* Up to 8% company retirement contribution,
* Generous health and welfare benefit package.
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