Echo Tech (Part-Time) (6688)

Paycom - ATS

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Regional One Health in Memphis, TN seeks a Part-Time Echocardiography Technologist to perform noninvasive heart ultrasound studies on weekends. You will review records, explain procedures to patients, and administer echocardiograms under physician orders, while maintaining safety and HIPAA compliance.

Ideal candidates will have ARDMS/CCI certification (or similar), a high school diploma, CPR/BCLS on hire, and about two years of echocardiography experience.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
ARDMS or CCI certification is required within 2 years.
CPR/BCLS certification required upon hire.
Minimum 2 years of adult/pediatric echocardiography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides on-call and callback coverage as required.
Reviews patient records prior to testing to obtain and record identifying information.
Explains echocardiogram procedures to patients in a caring, compassionate manner.
Operates ultrasound equipment and performs echocardiograms as ordered.
Maintains accurate documentation and enters data in hospital systems.
Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Participates in quality/performance improvement activities.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARDMS/CCI Certification program

CPR/BCLS Upon Hire

2 years echocardiography experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Diagnostic Cardiology - Memphis, TN, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Weekends, Job Category: Radiology and Imaging, A Brief Overview

Performs noninvasive diagnostic echocardiogram procedures and studies as directed and according to established standards and procedures. Provides on-call and callback coverage as required.

What you will do

Provides on-call and callback coverage as required.
Reviews patient's medical record prior to each testing to obtain and record identifying information required for the echocardiogram and patient records. Demonstrates knowledge and skills and maintains competencies required to provide care appropriate to age of the patients served within department.
Informs and explains echocardiogram assessment purposes and procedures to the patient prior to commencement of testing in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner.
Administers echocardiogram as ordered by physician, consistent with patient care policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices, patient safety practices and departmental activities.
Operates technical equipment.
Performs echocardiogram (ultrasound of heart), diagnostic duties and patient care functions as qualified by education, skill, competency, and experience.
Reports abnormal reactions to events.
Ensures accurate documentation in performing and processing all procedures including proper ordering, charging, and computer entry.
Updates charts, exams and patient’s records. Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Recognizes and corrects technical errors to ensure a clear and accurate recording.
Confers and works collaboratively with patient/family/hospital staff in a customer responsive and courteous manner, in compliance with MEDCARE standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).
Responds appropriately to emergency situations and notifies appropriate personnel.
Maintains required department records, reports and files. Operates the Radiology Information System to enter required test data and patient information, using all appropriate modules with accuracy.
Participates in quality/performance improvement. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement and to produce the best value service.
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
Responds to problems/opportunities to improve work environment and participates in unit based performance improvement activities which includes committees, monitoring and follow-up.
Assists in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor. Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement, and patient safety, environment and infection control standards.
Provides on-call and call back coverage as required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Required
Completion of an ARDMS (American Registry of Medical Sonographers) Required or Certification program CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) Certification program. Required
CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International required within two (2) years within 1-1/2 Yrs Required or
ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography required within two (2) years within 1-1/2 Yrs Required and
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire Required or
BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required or
Minimum 2 years experience Twenty-four (24) months experience performing adult and/or pediatric echocardiograms preferred including on the job training in echocardiography provided by a registered echo cardiographer in lieu of CCI or ARDMS certification Required

Physical Demands