Echo Tech - Cardiology

Summit Health Management; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401k savings plan

Job summary

VillageMD in Florham Park, NJ is seeking a dedicated ultrasound technologist to perform non-invasive cardiac imaging, including transthoracic and stress echoes, and to document findings in the EMR. You will ensure proper patient care, safety, and privacy while delivering high-quality diagnostic images.

The role requires familiarity with Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment, MUSE system, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Experience with Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment preferred.
• Experience with MUSE system preferred.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers a variety of non-invasive tests using ultrasound technology.
• Produces diagnostic echo images with correct views and measurements for transthoracic and stress echoes.
• Reports abnormalities to the physician promptly and follows doctor’s orders.
• Maintains patient safety, privacy and education during procedures.
• Ensures equipment is maintained; documents patient history in the EMR.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Priority setting

Tools

MUSE system

Cardiac Testing Equipment

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Join us as we deliver the care we want to see in the world. Together, we can create better outcomes for all.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions

• Administers a variety of non-invasive tests using ultrasound technology.
• Provides excellent diagnostic echo images, correct views and accurate measurements for: Transthoracic Echoes, Stress Echoes, Bubble studies, Definity Studies.
• Reports abnormalities to the physician promptly.
• Clarifies and follows Doctor’s orders.
• Completes work within an acceptable time frame.
• Assesses patients for potential risk factors.
• Assumes accountability for managing patient care and safety.
• Promotes and maintains a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Appropriately educates and explains procedures to patients.
• Follows department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by the Cardiologist.
• Insures proper identification of patient.
• Provides for patient privacy.
• Acts as a patient advocate and uphold patient rights.
• Responds effectively in an emergency situation.
• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Documents patient history and demographics in ProSolv.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Is flexible to changing priorities.
• Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner.
• Employs tasking appropriately and timely.
• Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable conditions by conducting routine quality control.

General Job Functions

• Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned areas as needed.
• Other job duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements

Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking)

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• 0 – 1 years experience required.
• 2-4 years experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
• Working knowledge & operation of Cardiac Ultrasound & Cardiac Testing Equipment.
• Recognition of Cardiac Dysrhythmias required.
• Understanding of cardiac anatomy & physiology required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
• Experience with Standard Cardiac Testing & Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment preferred.
• Experience with MUSE system preferred.
• Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $33.99 - $42.50 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

About our commitment to total rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• Disability
• Vision
• FSA coverages
• 401k savings plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.