Echo Technician - Radnor

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Radnor (Delaware County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is searching for an Echo Technician in Radnor. The role requires providing high-quality echocardiographic studies while ensuring patient safety and adherence to hospital policies.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Science or equivalent experience, ARDMS/CCI registration, and skills in echocardiographic techniques. This full-time position aims to improve clinical effectiveness while supporting professional growth.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for ARDMS/CCI certification.
• BCLS certification required within 3 months.
• New graduates must obtain appropriate credential within one year.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identification before studies.
• Monitor patients' condition during tests.
• Set up echocardiographic equipment for studies.
• Perform echocardiographic studies under supervision.
• Analyze results for physician review.

Skills

Echocardiographic techniques

Patient monitoring

Equipment setup

Data analysis

Emergency procedures

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Science

Job description

About Penn Medicine

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Position

Echo Technician Radnor

Entity

Clinical Practices of University of Pennsylvania

Department

Med Cardiology PMR

Location

Penn Medicine Radnor - 145 King of Prussia Rd

Hours

Full Time

Summary

The incumbent will provide high quality echocardiographic studies, including all services the department provides to ensure patient health, safety and well‑being. Accurate analysis and evaluation of all studies will be provided to interpreting physician for review. The incumbent will fulfill responsibilities to HUP by adhering to hospital and department policies and procedures while pursuing goals for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification prior to initiating study.
• Monitors patient’s behavior and general physical condition to ensure continued stability and to assess study’s effects.
• Prepares necessary supplies and sets up echocardiographic equipment for scheduled studies.
• Performs echocardiographic studies according to ASE and department guidelines, using skilled techniques and equipment operation to ensure accurate results under supervision of attending physician or Echo lab manager.
• Analyzes and evaluates results of studies for review by interpreting physician and/or department manager.
• Monitors testing equipment and environment to ensure quality of tests, employee and patient safety according to department and hospital guidelines.
• Compiles records and maintains files on all tests performed according to procedure to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date records and reports.
• Schedules echocardiograms effectively to provide efficient services that result in a quality product.
• Organizes personal work activities to ensure proper completion in a timely manner.
• Displays continued development of skills in the operation of sophisticated mechanical and electronic instruments and computers correctly in the performance of work activities.
• Fulfills responsibility to HUP in adherence to hospital and department policies and procedures while also fulfilling personal goals for professional growth.
• Reviews daily schedule to determine specifications for supplies and equipment.
• Performs routine equipment checks according to lab policy to prevent possible equipment malfunctions.
• Ensures equipment and all peripherals are stored appropriately on echo machine to prevent breakage of cables/transducers at all times.
• Knows lab emergency procedure routine and the location of all emergency supplies and equipment.
• Initiates correct calls or contacts appropriate resources necessary to provide or obtain emergency services.
• Provides emergency assistance as required or directed by the appropriate authority.
• Consistently acts as resource for equipment.
• Improves clinical effectiveness through quality improvement process.
• Participates in the process of evidence‑based research utilization leading to practice changes.
• Participates in unit‑based and/or entity committees and programs.
• Participates in professional technical organizations.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

Credentials

• ARDMS/CCI Registered or Eligible (Required)
• BCLS certification required within 3 months of employment (Required)
• New graduates of a cardiac ultrasound program who are employed in an accredited facility must obtain an appropriate credential within one year from the date of graduation. (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Associate’s degree in Radiologic Science and/or related field such as biology or 2+ years clinical experience (Required)

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.