Cardiovascular Technologist

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute is hiring a cardiovascular technologist to perform ultrasound protocol procedures for obtaining images and measurements of artery and heart structure. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in echocardiography or ultrasonography.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences field, with a Master’s degree preferred. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for working as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences field.
• Practical experience in echocardiography or ultrasonography.
• Master’s degree in a Health Sciences field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of subjects and information obtained.
• Work as part of a team and detail oriented.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel proficiently.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences field

Master’s degree in a Health Sciences field preferred

Job description

The cardiovascular technologist will carry out the ultrasound protocol procedures outlined in the manual of operations of the studies to obtain ultrasound images and specified measurements of artery and heart structure. He/she will use the equipment, processes and settings which have been vetted by the investigators to obtain clear ultrasound images of the lower extremity artery, brachial artery, and heart. He/she will measure already specified parameters using a specialized computer measurement program provided by the investigators following the study protocol and manual of operations. He/she will maintain image data and data files of measurements from the study, review the database and report information provided by study investigators in table and/or narrative format as requested by the study investigators.

Responsibilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of subjects and information obtained.
• Ability to work as part of a team and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Health Sciences field
• Practical experience in echocardiography or ultrasonography
• Master’s degree in a Health Sciences field preferred