Echocardiographer

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women’s care, and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care. Where We Are:

Located in western North Carolina, picturesque Sylva offers local restaurants, stores, & breweries with convenient access to Asheville & the Blue Ridge Parkway. The landscape is highlighted by waterfalls, rocky peaks and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing opportunities for whitewater rafting, hiking, and biking throughout the region. Sylva is home to Southwestern Community College and Western Carolina University, a mid-size four-year public college offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, located 5 miles away in Cullowhee. Both Asheville, NC, and Gatlinburg, TN, are just 50 miles away and Atlanta, GA is 150 miles from Sylva.Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

· And much more…POSITION SUMMARY:The Echocardiograher provides diagnostic studies to patients with suspected cardiac disease. The Echocardiographer will be responsible for carrying a clinical workload commensurate with the department's workload in addition to other assigned duties.The Echocardiographer will assist the Director with preventative maintenance, quality assurance, orientation and training of students and new employees, education, inter- and intra-departmental relationships, and communications with Nursing, patients, and the Physician staff as it relates to Cardiology Services.The Echocardiographer is responsible for carrying out the daily functions and diagnostic studies performed by the Cardiopulmonary Department as outlined in the department's policy and procedure manual.QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of a program in Echocardiography or related healthcare field and training, or in the process of completing the appropriate training program.

Current BLS certification.

RDCS or RCS is strongly desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds.

Ability to see colors, see at least 1 mm squares.

Ability to hear and distinguish heart and lung sounds.

Ability to reach overhead.

Ability to remain calm, continue to function effectively and develop priorities during highly stressful situations.

Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal media.

Ability to move and operate equipment and carry supplies.

EEOC Statement

“Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”Job: Allied Health Organization: Title: Echocardiographer Location: NC-Sylva Requisition ID: 7463-12311