**Considering per diem/study pay to allow for more flexibility**
Valora Medical Group is a visionary company focused on high-quality primary care and value-based care and consists of healthcare providers and professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of our patients. At Valora, we treat our patients like family.
We understand that providing quality medical care and an exceptional patient experience across all our centers requires having an outstanding team.
Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Ultrasound/ Echocardiogram Technician who will be responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions. Duties include but are not limited to calibration and manipulation of equipment for use in appointments, noting any abnormalities, and notifying proper medical personnel. In addition to knowledge of the full anatomy, one must especially be knowledgeable in performing ultrasounds.
To be successful one must have formal education and training in completing ultrasounds/sonographs. One must also possess strong interpersonal skills to explain procedures and facilitate a positive experience for the patient.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern
- Report any abnormalities or imaging of concern to the proper medical staff for further inspection
- Prepare the exam room and equipment necessary before any examinations
- Maintain sonography equipment and report any failures while performing tests.
- Manage several patients and priorities while maintaining a high level of patient care
- Perform ultrasounds, echocardiograms, retina screening
- Perform other duties as delegated by the immediate supervisor.
- Write reports based on scan results.
- Display flexibility in a fast-paced work environment
Certifications/Licenses (must possess one certification or able to get certified within 90 days of start date)
- ARDMS - Certified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Ultrasound Technician
- Echocardiogram Technician
Qualifications/Education:
- Associate's Degree in medical sonography or related field
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
- Certified Registered Cardiac Sonographer, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, or Ultrasound Technician and Echo Technician is required or must be obtained within 90 days of start date
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred
- 3+ years of echocardiography and vascular experience
- Proficiency in performing echocardiograms, including knowledge of anatomy
- Must have reliable transportation to commute to assigned clinics in the DFW area
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service and strive for a positive patient experience
- Must have effective written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish working relationships, resolve interpersonal conflicts, and apply basic staff etiquette in dealing with others
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to learn new procedures and adapt quickly to change
- Innovative, motivated, organized, and team player
- Follow through with commitments.
- Ability to work independently
- Proactive and self-starter.
EEO Statement: Valora Medical Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired salary?
- Do you have reliable transportation to commute to assigned clinic locations in the DFW area?
- Are you vaccinated for COVID-19?
- What EMR systems have you used?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Sonography: 3 years (Preferred)
- eClinicalWorks: 1 year (Preferred)
- Retinal Ultrasound: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Preferred)
- Echocardiogram Technician Certification (Preferred)
- Ultrasound Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person