Intern, Echo Cardiac Ultrasound Sonographer Job ID:

000G6D Tupelo

ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY

Full Time - Day Posting Description We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Echo Sonographer Intern at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer, assisting medical staff during procedures, delivering excellent customer service, and effectively communicating with patients, family members, and medical personnel. This role is required to attend in-services, annual reviews, and educational programs, staying knowledgeable about Echocardiography procedures, equipment, and relevant changes in the field |

• JOB•FUNCTIONS•| | - | Performs high quality/cost effective diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer.

Assists Physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested/required. Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner. Communicates effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, other medical staff and NMMC staff members. Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs. Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Echocardiology examinations. Stays abreast of changes in Echocardiography. Adheres to

NMHS/NMMC

Policies/Procedures/Guidelines. Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues. All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Education Level Education Details Required/Preferred Associate's Degree Applied Science Required And Licenses and Certifications Licenses and Certifications Licenses and Certifications Details Time Frame Required/ Preferred CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing Internation Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 60 days of accredited ultrasound program (CAAHEP) completion within 60 Days Required BCLS - Basic Life Support Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Upon Hire Required Work Experience Number of Years Work Experience Details Required/ Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required/Preferred Proficiency Good written and verbal communication; required Required N/A Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics; required Required N/A Serves patient population categories of infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Required N/A Perform Echocardiography procedures under the direction of a Registered Echocardiographer Required N/A Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times Required N/A Maintain all of the NMHS Behavioral Standards. Required N/A Detailed oriented Required N/A Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members Required N/A Must have good written and verbal communication skills Required N/A Must reflect a positive, caring attitude and presence toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve Required N/A Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care Required N/A

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Requirements The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description. Licenses You must have the following licenses to apply: Cardiovascular Credentialing International Education You must have the following education to apply: You must have a Associates or higher