Echo Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Manteca is seeking an Echo Tech to operate ultrasound equipment for vascular and echocardiographic imaging, obtaining measurements of cardiac valves, ventricle and left atrium and visualizing blood flow. The Echo Tech prepares studies for physicians and maintains procedure logs.

The role also includes performing ECGs and Cardiac Stress Tests, providing cardiac diagnostic services across hospital areas, and ensuring safety and accurate billing for services rendered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ARDMS or CCI certification; BLS required on hire.
• 1–2 years experience in echocardiography or ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain vascular and echocardiographic images to visualize internal cardiac structures and measure valves, ventricles and atria.
• Perform electrocardiography (EKG) and Cardiac Stress Tests (treadmill and pharmacological) to aid diagnosis.
• Prepare studies for physician interpretation and maintain logs of procedures performed.
• May deliver cardiac diagnostic services across multiple hospital areas while ensuring safety and accurate patient billing.

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Doctors Hospital of Manteca hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Doctors Hospital of Manteca, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Days

Holiday Rotation:

Department: EKG

Responsible for operating ultrasound equipment to make vascular and echocardiographic images to visualize internal cardiac structures, obtain measurements of cardiac valves, ventricle and left atrium and visualize blood flow. Prepares study for physicians interpretation and maintains log of procedures performed. Performs electrocardiography (EKG) and Cardiac Stress Test (Treadmill and Pharmacological) to provide data for diagnosis of cardiac abnormalities. Performs non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring (BioZ) to measure cardiac output. Ensures all hospital mandated safety precautions are followed. Ensures accurate patient billing is submitted for services provided.

The Echo Tech may be required to deliver cardiac diagnostic services to patients in all areas of the hospital (e.g. intensive care units, medical and surgical floors, emergency departments, post anesthesia care units and outpatient). The Echo Tech must be able to adapt to the particular area of assignment and must be able to perform special duties required by the assignment. Standards of performance for the area to which the individual is assigned must be maintained.

Echo Techs are expected to perform their duties and responsibilities with only minimal direct supervision and must frequently make independent decisions. Echo Techs will also perform all additional duties as assigned by the department director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:HIGH SCHOOL OR EQUIVALENT

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:Board certified or Board eligible with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.

EXPERIENCE:1 – 2 YEAR

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Organization Description

Doctors Hospital of Manteca, part of the Central Valley Doctors Health System, is one of the largest businesses in the community. We have more than 500 employees and a medical staff of more than 150 physicians. While offering the convenience and accessibility of a small hospital, Doctors Hospital offers many advanced clinical services. Private patient rooms, expanded and enhanced imaging services, emergency, pharmacy and ICU/CCU services are designed for the care and comfort of our patients. Doctors Hospital of Manteca is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Join our team!

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