Job detail

Echo Technologist

Heart & Vascular Partners

#HIPAA #BLS #Patient Care #Ultrasound #Cardiology #Echocardiography #Clinical Settings #RDCS #RCS #M-mode

Quick overview

Perform echocardiograms, M-mode, and Doppler evaluations to assess cardiac functioning while following physician protocols. Responsible for capturing images, monitoring patients, and maintaining ultrasound equipment in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have completed an Echo Technologist training course and hold RDCS or RCS certification along with current BLS. At least one year of experience in echocardiography is preferred.

professional certificatePatient MonitoringHIPAA ComplianceBasic Life SupportEchocardiographyEquipment CalibrationM-modeUltrasound ImagingPatient Record DocumentationDoppler EvaluationsAdult Echos

Job description

We are a fast-paced, growing Cardiologist Practice seeking an Echo Tech. This position will be responsible for independently performing echo procedures in our clinical settings. The ideal candidate must have experience in performing Adult Echos, the ideal candidate must also be able to work in a fast- paced environment.

Essential functions of the role

Perform echocardiograms, M-mode, and Doppler evaluations on patients to evaluate cardiac functioning
Follow physician protocols to ensure accuracy for each patient
Capture images using ultrasound imaging technology for review by cardiologists
Monitor patient conditions during the echocardiogram procedure
Explain the echocardiogram procedure to patients prior to the test
Maintain and troubleshoot ultrasound equipment
Calibrate and clean equipment after each use
Maintain patient records in accordance with Privacy and HIPAA regulations
Document findings and results of echocardiograms
Work with cardiologists to provide patient care and support

Minimum Qualifications

Prefer at least 1 year of experience in echocardiography
Must have completed an Echo Technologist course of training,
RDCS or RCS Certification
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) is required

Work environment: 8-hour Day shift Full-Time

No Weekends (Saturday & Sunday Office is closed)

Physical requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Equal employment opportunity statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Echo Tech, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.