Travel Contract

Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

$2,347-2,832/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
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Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

  • Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
  • Location: Columbia, South Carolina
  • Facility: Prisma Health Richland Hospital, part of Prisma Health Palmetto Health
  • Employment Type: Travel/Contract
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

  • Certifications Required:
    • Registered in vascular technology (ARDMS-RVT or CCI-RVS)
    • Registered in echocardiography (ARDMS-AE and/or ARDMS-PE or CCI-RCS)
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure (NRP)
    • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
    • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification for ER/ED and Pediatric ER
    • State License Verification
    • NURSYS Verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
    • IV Certification (for LPN/LVN/Other)
    • Additional certifications as required by specific units

Work Schedule

  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Shifts: Four 10-hour shifts with rotating days off during the week

Additional Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of EPIC experience
  • Documentation:
    • Proof of I-9 or Attestation
    • Driver's License/State ID
    • E-Verify documentation
    • HIPAA Safety Manual Acknowledgement
    • Background checks and drug testing as per facility requirements
    • Health documents including TB testing, vaccinations, and physical exams

Competencies

  • Completion of online modules and pre-assignment testing within specified timeframes
  • Passing scores on competency exams related to EKG and medication
  • Compliance with facility-specific documentation and training requirements

Important Notes

  • Certifications must not expire within 30 days of the start date.
  • All documentation must be verifiable and meet facility standards.
  • Candidates must be prepared for a thorough onboarding process, including orientation and training modules.

This overview provides essential information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this position at Prisma Health Richland Hospital.

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 700 beds
ADDRESS5 Richland Medical Park DriveColumbia, SC 29203
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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Echo Technologist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
  • Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
  • Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
  • Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
  • Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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