CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER - ECHO TECH

Beebe Healthcare; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Long term sick accrual

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

College savings plan

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Delaware, is seeking a clinical Echocardiography specialist to perform echocardiograms, interpret findings, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

The role requires 1+ year of echocardiography experience and a graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography or cardiovascular technology program, with potential RDCS/RCS substitution. On-site with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• One or more years' experience in Echocardiography.
• Competency in IV access and related procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform Echocardiograms and enter preliminary interpretations.
• Enter and verify orders through the EMR accurately.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment operation and safety.
• Participate in staff education and training activities.
• Engage in continuing education to stay current with vascular imaging practices.
• Provide excellent patient service and communicate results promptly.

Skills

Echocardiography

IV access

Education

DMS or Cardiovascular Technology degree

Job description

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Perks via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview

Performs daily clinical operations of Echocardiography including performing Echocardiograms, entering preliminary interpretation, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of noninvasive vascular procedures, including but not limited to:
  • Carotid Duplex
  • Venous Duplex
  • Arterial Duplex (including graft patencies, peripheral arteries, renal and mesenteric arteries)
  • Upper and Lower Extremity PVRs
  • TOS (Thoracic Outlet Syndrome) Studies
  • PPG (Photoplethysmography)
  • PTP (Post-Thrombotic Syndrome) Studies
  • Vasospasm Studies

• Conduct physical assessments and provide patient teaching regarding vascular testing and procedures.
• Enter and verify orders through the electronic medical record (EMR) system accurately and promptly.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment operation, calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal image quality and safety.
• Participate in education and training activities for staff, students, and new team members.
• Engage in personal continuing education to stay current with evolving technology and best practices in vascular imaging.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and ensure all procedures are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Support cost containment efforts through appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain a positive, compassionate approach with patients and colleagues.
• Provide preliminary interpretations of vascular studies for physician review and assist in coordinating timely communication of critical results.

Qualifications

• One or more years' experience in Echocardiography.
• Competency - IV access and ... 

Credentials

• Current BLS certification required.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology Program is required. May substitute with RCS or RDCS certification.

Entry

USD $35.15/Hr.

Max

USD $54.48/Hr.