Cardiac Sonographer / Echocardiographer (Per-Diem)

Job Description

CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER / ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER (PER-DIEM)

Req #: 243719 Department: HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER - ECHO LAB Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Posting Date: 04/24/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $59.78 - $75.92 per hour Other Compensation: In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:

Overtime pay

On-Call pay

Call-Back pay

Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: The University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. Harborview Medical Center - Cardiology/Echo Lab has an outstanding opportunity for a per-diem Cardiac Sonographer / Echocardiographer .
WORK SCHEDULE:

0% FTE

Day Shift
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
Our services include general cardiology, cardiac diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, cardiac surgery, interventional cardiology, structural heart services, advanced heart failure management and other advanced services.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Conveniently located near public transportation

Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

Opportunity to provide career growth
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform or assist with intra-operative TEE scanning procedures; select cardiac ultrasound parameters to acquire accurate images of cardiac anatomy and pathophysiologic data during the ongoing examination; perform scanning as required to tailor the examination

Perform echo/Doppler procedures during invasive procedures such as providing guidance for needle extraction during pericardiocentesis and patients requiring evaluation of heart function to determine viability for organ transplantation (liver, kidney, pancreas, lung, heart

Provide clinical instruction and technical training in all aspects of echo/Doppler examination including theory, application, instrumentation, analysis and interpretation

Participate in establishing and implementing departmental operations procedures
REQUIREMENTS:

Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification through American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
OR

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
AND

One year of experience as Cardiac Sonographer
OR

Equivalent education/experience
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

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