ECHO Technician, FT Rotating (57725)

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation seeks an Entry Level Echo Technician to assist in coordinating tests and operating echocardiography and ECG equipment. Responsibilities include performing diverse echocardiographic studies and providing patient care across age groups.

Requirements include a high school diploma, basic science knowledge, and the ability to read and follow safety instructions. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred and willingness to obtain credentials within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education required with basic science knowledge.
• Experience in Echocardiography or 12 months training on the job preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating scheduling of tests and procedures.
• Operate Diagnostic ECG/Echocardiography equipment.
• Perform Echocardiograms (2‑D, M‑Mode, Doppler, contrast, stress echo, transesophageal).
• Provide age-appropriate patient care and safety.

Skills

Echocardiography & EKG

Cardiac diagnostic equipment

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Reading comprehension in English

English grammar & spelling

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science knowledge with supervised training

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeJob Shift: RotatingAssists in coordinating the scheduling of tests and procedures in the non-invasive areas. Operates the Diagnostic ECG/Echocardiography equipment. Performs studies to include: Echocardiograms 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, contrast, stress echo, and transesophageal. Provides care to patients of varying ages and age-related needs.

QualificationsWork Experience

• Previous Echo Technician work preferred or 12 months on the position training.

License/Registration/Certification

• Registered in echocardiography required (new hire to obtain within 6 months of employment); ADMS or CCI credentials.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education and Training

• High school graduates or equivalent.
• Knowledge of physical or biological sciences with minimum of six months of training, under supervision of an experienced non-invasive technologist and/or cardiologist.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of all phases of Echocardiography, EKG, and other special cardiac diagnostic equipment.
• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of an Echochardiography Technician.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
• Knowledgeable of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Ability to perform basic computer keyboard skills.