Cardiac Sonographer PRN Job at Rochelle Community Hospital in Rochelle, IL

Position: Cardiac Sonographer PRN
No place like it! Rochelle Community Hospital operates as an independent and stable hospital. Company: Rochelle Community Hospital Job Location(s): Rochelle, IL Start Date: ASAP Special Notes/Instructions: All offers are contingent upon successful passing of a post-offer substance testing, positive reference checks and background check and your ability to establish your employment eligibility in the United States. RCH is a drug, alcohol, and smoke free campus. Employment Term: Regular Employment Type: Part Time Hours per Week: 8 (1st Shift) Work Hours (i.e. shift): 2 Shifts per month if avail. Starting Salary Range: Not Provided Salary/Benefit Notes: Pay Based On Experience, Shift Premiums, 401(k) Plan Company Match, Employee Assistance Program, Free Fitness Center Membership, Career Advancement, Work/Life Balance Environment, Retention Recognition and Rewards, Teamwork Required Education: Certification or Vocational Required Experience: 1 to 20 years Required Security Clearance: None Related Categories: Hospital Positions, Healthcare - Radiology/Imaging
About Us
Located 25 miles south of Rockford and 75 miles west of Chicago, Rochelle Community Hospital has been a cornerstone of the Rochelle community for over a century. As a critical-access hospital, our staff provides state-of-the-art emergency care, diagnostic testing, home healthcare resources, rehabilitation, occupational health, inpatient care, and surgery, as well as a variety of other outpatient services. At Rochelle Community Hospital, quality care isn't just our job, it's our passion. We strive not only to deliver the highest quality and value to our patients, but also to our physicians and staff. As a member of our team, you can expect to work alongside our team of highly trained staff and administrators as we set out to create a higher standard of healthcare for our community.

Application Process
ALL RESUMES AND APPLICATIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ILLINOISJOBNETWORK.COM TO BE CONSIDERED. Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Rochelle Community Hospital is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position. No sponsorships available.

POSITION SUMMARY
A Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) is a Cardiac Ultrasound Professional who provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Cardiac Sonographer is also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.

Education/Certification:

• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
• Graduate of a formal Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred
• Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate
• Current BLS

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Reasonably antici pat ed occu pat ional exposure to blood, blood-borne pat hogens, and other potentially infectious materials.
• Job may require potential exposure to chemical/hazardous materials.
• Requires potential for exposure to an environmental hazard of radiation.
• Must be able to push pull or lift 50 lbs. and up to 100 lbs. on occasion. Moving equipment and patients weighing 125lbs or more from wheelchair and stretchers. Pushing wheelchairs and stretchers from waiting area to procedure rooms.
• Standing/walking for long periods of time in patient areas and during equipment operation. .
• Sitting for extended periods of time when displaying and recording images.
• Moving equipment and patients weighing 125lbs or more from wheelchair and stretchers. Pushing wheelchairs and stretchers from waiting area to procedure rooms.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.