Cardiac Echo Tech, EKG, St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Per Diem

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Echocardiographer to deliver exceptional cardiac ultrasound services. This role involves performing various echocardiogram procedures, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and ensuring patient care excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in echocardiography, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing cardiac care and making a difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about echocardiography and eager to contribute to a leading medical center, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• College degree or medical background plus 2 years classroom and 1600 hours hands-on experience.
• 1-5 years experience in Echocardiograms and hospital-based echo lab.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms and assist during special echo procedures.
• Maintain logs of patients studied and enter data into the computer.
• Participate in research studies and assist in training cardiology fellows.

Skills

Echocardiography

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Basic sterile techniques

Education

College degree or prior medical background

2 years classroom experience

Tools

Diagnostic ultrasound equipment

Job description

I. Position Function:

Under the direction of the Chief Echo Technologist, this person performs services utilizing diagnostic ultrasound equipment specifically for cardiac structures.

Performs and initially interprets Cardiac Echo Studies including Two-Dimensional Echo, Doppler, Contrast Studies, Trans-Esophageal, Stress Echo and Dobutamine Stress Echo, Intra-Operative Studies, Valvuloplasties in Cath Lab, and Research Studies. Communicates with different areas of the Cardiology Department, other hospital departments, and Echo Lab to facilitate delivery of service.

Performs echocardiograms at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.

II. Job Relationships:

Supervised by and/or reportable to the following by job category:

1. Chief Echo-technologist
2. Chief Medical Echo Lab Director
3. Nurse Manager/Cardiology

Must be able to collaborate and effectively communicate with physicians and other health care professionals.

III. Authority:

None

IV. A. Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

1. Provides superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patients as referenced in the Service Excellence Standards.
2. Perform echocardiograms (TEE, DOBUTAMINE STRESS ECHO, EXERCISE ECHO) both in the lab and in the intensive care units.
3. Assists cardiology fellows and nurses during special echo procedures.
4. Recognize and act upon abnormal echo results requiring immediate response.
5. Assist in scheduling special echo procedures and arrange for all necessary personnel.
6. Data entry of echo results, generating formal reports, and dispersal of reports to referring physicians and patient floors.
7. Maintain logs of all patients studied and enter all patient data into the computer.
8. Prepare material for weekly echocardiography conference, Grand Rounds, and other instructional situations.
9. Participate in research studies.
10. Assist in training cardiology fellows in echo technique.
11. Maintain and properly clean all echo equipment; i.e., probe filters, etc.

B. Responsibilities/Non-Essential Functions:

1. Maintain a clean and orderly environment in labs. Restock supplies and laundry daily.
2. Arrange for patients to be transported to and from lab. When necessary, return patients to the floor.
3. Ensure the safety and comfort of all patients in the lab.
4. Properly route data-processing charge tickets.
5. Communicate effectively with staff in the Labs, Department and in other hospital areas and physician offices.
6. Answer phones, echo results, scheduling, transport, confer with physicians.
7. Cross-train to the exercise lab.
8. Apply loop monitors.
9. Perform EKGs, vital signs, and phlebotomy.

V. Reporting Requirements:

Data entry

VI. Accountability:

This person shall be accountable for maintaining the confidentiality and security of all hospital-related, medical staff-related, and patient-related data and information. This person shall be accountable for abiding by all relevant hospital policies and procedures.

VII. Qualifications:

Minimum Education:

College degree or prior medical background (Nursing, X-Ray) plus 2 years classroom and at least 1600 hours hands-on experience.

Minimum Experience:

1-5 years experience performing Echocardiograms. 1 year experience in a hospital-based echo lab. Highly trained in Echocardiography, with strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease process.

Minimum Skills/Abilities:

Basic computer knowledge and some typing skills. Basic sterile techniques. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to work independently.

Certification/Licensure:

Certification by the Registry of Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers or registry eligible.

Training:

A minimum of 1 year hands-on echo experience in a hospital-based lab. Must have performed trans-thoracic echo studies with Doppler and color Doppler, exercise and dobutamine stress echo tests. Must have assisted with transesophageal echocardiograms.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans