Advanced Echocardiography Technologist

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Allegheny Health Network is seeking an Echocardiography Technologist to perform comprehensive ultrasound imaging including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, and stress echocardiograms. The role assists with transesophageal procedures and may support pericardiocentesis as needed.

Ideal candidates will have RDCS certification or be eligible and possess an Associate’s Degree or equivalent, with 1–3 years of echocardiography experience preferred. The position requires safety adherence, data entry, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: 1 to 3 years’ experience performing echocardiograms.
• RDCS certification through American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• May require PA driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Positions patients, selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately to independently perform ultrasound imaging according to ICAEL protocol efficiently and accurately. Assists the cardiologist with the performance of TEE and stress imaging studies. (65%)
• Utilizes safety and infection prevention standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures. Cleans equipment including TEE probes per laboratory approved protocol. Maintains adequate supplies for efficient department operations. (15%)
• Recognizes the need for contrast imaging and may administer if trained and verified as competent per laboratory protocol. (5%)
• Operates the laboratory ultrasound systems, information systems and databases and enters all required demographic and other data. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Connaissances

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Safety protocols

Data entry

Formation

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Outils

Ultrasound equipment

Description du poste

Allegheny Health Network is seeking an Echocardiography Technologist to perform comprehensive ultrasound imaging including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, and stress echocardiograms. The role assists with transesophageal procedures and may support pericardiocentesis as needed.

Ideal candidates will have RDCS certification or be eligible and possess an Associate’s Degree or equivalent, with 1–3 years of echocardiography experience preferred. The position requires safety adherence, data entry, and teamwork.