Echo Tech/ Cardiac Sonographer

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C; Newport News (VA); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

TPMG - Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group - P C is seeking an Echo Tech in Newport News, VA to perform echocardiograms, stress testing with and without echo, and related studies. The role requires clinical and clerical skills and strong customer service.

Responsibilities include following standard protocols, preparing reports for physicians, entering patient data, and assisting with IAC accreditation, with compensation starting at $34.79 per hour; final rate based on experience.

Qualifications

• Sonography Registry credentials must be current.
• Associates Degree or equivalent required.
• BLS or ACLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Conduct testing according to standard echocardiography and stress protocols.
• Prepare preliminary report for interpreting physician review.
• Record patient information into NextGen.
• Prepare paperwork prior to patients visit.
• Review patient files for cardiac history and testing indications.
• Coordinate with physician to schedule tests.
• Prepare patients for stress echo or transthoracic 2D echo.
• Assist with IAC Accreditation (every 3 years).
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Medical terminology

Clear communication

Scheduling

Patient relations

Equipment troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Following protocols

Formation

Associates Degree or equivalent

Sonography Registry credentials

BLS or ACLS certification

Description du poste

Heart and Vascular Center - Newport News, VA 23602

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Category

Imaging and Laboratory Services

Description

Position Summary

TPMG Heart and Vascular is looking for an Echo Tech. The Echo Tech position is responsible for conducting echocardiograms, stress testing (with and without echo), contrast studies and saline bubble studies on patients to determine heart disease. Candidates should have proficient clinical and clerical skills, as well as superb customer service skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct testing according to standard echocardiography and stress echocardiography protocol and procedures.


• Prepares preliminary report for interpreting physician review.


• Records patient information into NextGen.


• Prepare paperwork prior to patients visit.


• Review patient files for cardiac history and indication for testing, medications prescribed and cardiac history.


• Works with the physician to ensure patient testing occurs for all studies in a timely and organized fashion.


• Prepare patients for stress echo, stress testing or transthoracic 2D echo study.


• Assists with IAC Accreditation (every 3 years)


• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation starts at $34.79 per hour, with the final hourly rate determined by the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology


• Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.


• Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.


• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.


• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.


• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and maintain records for preventative upkeep.


• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.


• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.

Education / Training / Requirements

• Sonography Registry credentials must be current


• Associates Degree or equivalent.


• BLS or ACLS certification required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to conduct 8 studies per day


• Ability to assist patients throughout the office, as needed


• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.


• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.


• Ability to climb or balance for limited periods of time.


• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *


• Ability to grasp and hold up to 25 lbs.*


• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.


• Ability to speak clearly and understandably.


• Ability to taste and smell.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values


• Open Communication/Positive


• Goal Driven


• Accuracy and Attention to Detail


• Accomplished in word processing and worksheet utilization

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).

About TIDEWATER PHYSICIANS MULTISPECIALTY GROUP P C

TPMG - Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group - was formed in 1992. Our group began with four primary care medical groups in Newport News, Hampton, and Yorktown, Virginia. Today, TPMG includes over 220 primary care, specialty physicians and advanced practice clinicians in multiple locations throughout southeastern Virginia.