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Overview
Arroyo Grande Community Hospital located in Arroyo Grande California is rated a top Joint Replacement Center by Blue Shield and is among the Top 10% in the nation for Joint Replacement. Arroyo has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Emergency Department is one of the busiest in the county and nationally recognized for superior patient satisfaction. The hospital also provides the only comprehensive hospital-based Acute Rehabilitation Center on the Central Coast. Arroyo Grande Community Hospital is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services – all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/arroyo-grande.
Responsibilities
In keeping with the Dignity Health healthcare philosophy the Ultrasound Technologist performs cardiovascular procedures at a technically proficient level. Positions and instructs the patient operates ultrasound equipment and determines the technical factors for ultrasound procedures. Ensures correct marking/labeling of images provide and confirm proper/adequate documentation of procedures to assist in diagnosis. Technically proficient in a variety of ultrasound procedures. Ability to train staff members to perform procedures requiring independent judgement. Position requires ingenuity and initiative for the diagnosis and therapy of disease.
Qualifications
– Three (3) years recent acute care experience preferred performing Cardiovascular Ultrasound procedures in an acute facility if not registered or registry eligible (i.e. ARDMS RDCS or RVT).
– Current registered or registry eligible (i.e. RDCS and/or RVT) ECE to maintain certification current BLS CPR card.
– Demonstrates knowledge in both general and cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
– Must have working knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures.
– Must also know departmental protocols and procedures.
– Ability to work tactfully and effectively with fellow staff members physicians and the patient population.
– Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
– Self-motivated and able to achieve results through good organizational skills.
– Ability to work independently and be a functional team member in a team-oriented environment.
– Working in acute care setting performing such jobs as cardiac echos TEEs cardiovascular stress tests and vascular studies.
