Frederick Health
Location
Frederick County, Maryland
Salary
$38 - $57 / HOUR
Perform a variety of echocardiogram studies on patients of all ages to assist physicians in diagnosing heart problems. Maintain department records and ensure laboratory equipment is properly maintained and repaired.
Must hold a current RDCS (Adult) or RCC certification and a valid CPR certification. Ability to handle medium-heavy physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds.
Seeking Echo Sonographer to work 32 hours bi-weekly. Variable shifts, weekends and on call
Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
Performs a variety of echo studies on infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, in assessment of the heart using ultrasound and other testing equipment. Applies decision making and testing skills both independently and in collaboration with others to ensure accurate information upon which to make a diagnosis; and works closely with physicians in the diagnosis of problems. Obtains patient history and maintains department records, performs routine maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment, keeps herself/himself current with changes and advances in their field to maintain the lab standards and their current certifications.
Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).
Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.
The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task.
Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.
Pressing the body hard on sharp edges can result in placing too much pressure on nerves, tendons, and blood vessels. For example, using the palm of your hand to hit or stick objects can increase risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.
1. Emotionally demanding environment. 2. Exposure to injury from movement of heavy equipment and to hazardous materials with the use of oxygen under high pressure.
Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
$38.00 - $57.20
This part-time position will work 56 hours bi-weekly. Variable Day Shifts, Weekends and On Call.
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