Echo Tech, PRN, Days

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Virginia seeks an Echocardiography Technician to perform echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and transesophageal studies, assisting physicians in invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures and ensuring accurate documentation.

You will train junior technicians, monitor device maintenance, manage supplies, and participate in ongoing education while supporting safety and quality standards across the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program or equivalent knowledge/experience.
• AHA Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Holders must obtain one of RDCS/RCS/RCCS/CRCS at hire, or provisional IAC status for new grads.

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and TEE to assist physicians with diagnoses.
• Records anatomy reports and suggests additional procedures to optimize diagnostic interventions.
• Prepares reports and documents procedures per department policy.
• Initiates preventive maintenance and minor repairs on medical devices.
• Maintains supply inventory and supports equipment readiness.
• Monitors and mentors technicians in echocardiography procedures.
• Participates in training and education of staff to enhance discipline knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program graduate

CPR certified (AHA Healthcare Provider)

RDCS/RCS/RCCS/CRCS eligibility within 12 months

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary

This position is accountable to perform echocardiography evaluations and effectively identify cardiac and/or other physiological anomalies. Additionally, this position will be the primary assistant to physicians with invasive and non-invasive cardiac clinical procedures related to the field of echocardiography. This position must support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment of quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiography and other studies to assist physicians in identifying cardiac and/or other physiological anomalies.
• Records patient anatomy reports physiological aberrations and suggests additional procedures for the physician’s consideration to optimize diagnosis and expedite therapeutic interventions.
• Prepares reports and accurately documents the provision of patient procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Initiates preventive maintenance and minor repairs on medical devices in accordance with department and hospital standards.
• Maintains supply inventory.
• Monitors the development of technicians in the application of various echocardiography procedures to ensure compliance and effective patient care.
• Participates in the training and education of technicians and others to develop understanding of the discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate from a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program or the equivalent knowledge and experience.
• AHA Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Required to have one of the following, at hire: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS), or Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS).
• Those who have recently graduated will be required to obtain their certification within 12 months of hiring according to Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). These new graduates will be listed as provisional with IAC until their certification has been obtained.

Preferred

• Associate’s degree in medical science, preferred.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required Physical Requirements

Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. *Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

Compensation Pay Range

$41.41 - $62.11

Working at Mary Washington Healthcare

Whether you are a new grad, experienced clinical professional or wanting to begin a career in healthcare, there is no better place than Mary Washington Healthcare. As a Great Place to Work-Certified company we treat our Associates like family - with respect, understanding, and communication. Safety is our top priority As a healthcare system, patient and Associate safety is our priority which is why all Associates will be required to take the following vaccines*: Annual flu vaccine *MWHC reserves the right to amend this list at any time. Medical and Religious exemptions may apply,. Will be discussed at interview.

It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.