Cardiac - Echo Technologists

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Echo Technologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing diagnostic echocardiograms and other non-invasive cardiac tests, contributing to high-quality patient care. With a commitment to education and research, this position offers a challenging and rewarding work environment. The organization is recognized for its excellence in healthcare services and provides numerous benefits, including competitive pay and career growth opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retention Bonus Program

Loan Forgiveness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage

401(k) with company match

Discounted stock plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinance Program

Generous PTO

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal cardiac sonography training program required.
• 2+ years of recent experience preferred for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiograms and report completion.
• Conduct other non-invasive cardiac tests as competency allows.

Skills

Fluent in English

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal cardiac sonography training program

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Responsibilities

$12,500 Sign On Bonus

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to lead in providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report ranked GW Hospital as a Best Regional Hospital for 2023-2024, placing it 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in Neurology and Neuroscience and received this designation for 10 procedures including COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostate Cancer Surgery, and Stroke.

These recognitions are based on factors like patient outcomes, indicating performance significantly better than the national average. GW Hospital also received the American College of Cardiology's NCDR Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023, being the only hospital in Washington, D.C. to do so.

Ulises Torres, MD, Chief Quality Officer, states, "At GW Hospital, we are proud to offer advanced services and treatments. Our multidisciplinary teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical care, research, and education to improve patient outcomes."

GW Hospital’s NICU partner, Children’s National Hospital, was ranked second nationally for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is also designated as a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center.

The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service in an academic setting focused on education and research.

Echo Technologist

• Perform diagnostic echocardiograms, testing, and report completion.
• Perform other non-invasive cardiac tests (stress tests, electrocardiograms) as competency allows.

Benefit Highlights

• Retention Bonus Program (if offered)
• Loan Forgiveness Program (if offered)
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive pay and generous PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinance Program
• Career growth opportunities within UHS and subsidiaries. More info at benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

UHS is a major provider of hospital and healthcare services, with revenues of $15.8 billion in 2024. Recognized as one of Fortune’s Most Admired Companies and listed in Forbes' Largest Public Companies, UHS employs about 99,000 staff across hospitals, behavioral health, outpatient, and other healthcare services nationwide and internationally. More at www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a formal cardiac sonography training program
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred; 2+ years of recent experience or comparable training
• Basic computer and keyboard skills
• Fluent in English, with strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills

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