Adult Echo Technologist

Opportunity:

Echo Technologist - Echo Tech Cardiac Imaging

Job Details:

• Day shift with some weekend days required
• On-call availability required at least 1 day per week and 1 weekend per month
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis
• Perform all cardiac imaging including adult, pediatric, transesophageal (including structural heart), and stress echocardiograms
• Perform measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol and provide oral summary of preliminary findings to interpreting physician when requested
• Administer Ultrasound Enhancing Agents (UEA) and saline bubble studies as needed
• Verify proper clinician orders and obtain complete clinical history prior to procedures
• Ensure all studies are sent to PACS immediately after completion and print CDs as needed
• Maintain Joint Commission standards and all other applicable regulatory agency standards
• Operate all workstations associated with the ultrasound department
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment in accordance with infection control policy
• Minimum 1 year of echocardiography experience preferred
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography or accredited Cardiovascular Technology program preferred
• Required certifications upon hire: RDCS or RCIS required; ARDMS, RCS, RDCS, or RDCS-AE accepted
• BLS certification required (AHA or American Red Cross accepted)
• High School Diploma or GED required; Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree preferred
• Must be able to function independently and under pressure while participating in a team environment
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced work environment