Echocardiography Technologist - Full-Time - AAMC

The role

Performs echocardiographic procedures using specialized equipment to measure, calculate, and report patient data. Conducts echocardiograms throughout the Medical Center including patient rooms and the emergency room.

What you will do

• Conducts Echocardiograms as requested throughout the Medical Center, including all patient rooms and emergency room.
• Explains procedure to patients, providing instructions and direct care.
• Recognizes artifacts, eliminates probable sources and troubleshoots minor equipment problems.
• Consistently meets department standards for RVU's while maintain quality work.
• Processes images acquired from different modalities according to establish policies and procedures.
• Performs data entry as it relates to procedures including charges pick lists, logbook, and schedule related functions.
• Practices radiation safety and ensures that other staff and students are compliant.
• Obtains pertinent clinical data adequately as it relates to procedures performed.
• Analyzes, processes, and reports outcomes in a timely manner.
• Provides care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Required qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent with specialized training in Echocardiography.
• Ability to perform, measure, and preliminary interpret echo studies.
• Three years’ experience in Echocardiography.
• Minimum of two years’ experience performing adult and pediatric echocardiograms, TEE's, and stress echocardiograms.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification or must obtain within 90-days from date of hire.
• Registered Echo Sonographer (RCVT, RDCS, or RDCF) with the ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with CCI.
• Heavy physical demands.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs

About the company

Luminis Health.