Echo Technologist – Cardiac Imaging Specialist (2nd Shift)

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Town of Easton (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking an Echo Technologist to provide a comprehensive patient exam experience in echocardiography, assisting physicians during exams and maintaining competency and equipment.

The role includes QA/PI activities and ongoing professional development within the Cardiology department. The ideal candidate will have an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program, ARDMS/CCI registry, and BLS, with preferred 1 year in cardiac ultrasound and the ability to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited/approved Cardiovascular Technology program or equivalent.
• Minimum of High school graduate or equivalent; in house training and completion of Ultrasound Technologist Workshop will serve as an equivalent for those grandfathered to test for CCI or ARDMS registry.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Cardiac Ultrasound preferred.
• Registry by one of the following is required: RCS through CCI or RDCS through ARDMS.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provides the total patient exam experience according to the Policy and Procedures of echocardiography for the network.
• Assists the performing physician during appropriate exams.
• Completion of ACC annual department and hospital wide competency.
• Assists in gathering and recording Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement as requested for ICAEL Accreditation.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing medical education programs.
• Responsible for cleanliness of workspace, equipment, and restocking supplies in work area.
• Cross training for assisting with EKGs, placement of holter monitors and event monitors and assisting with stress testing.
• Exhibits knowledge and ability to process echo images and documentation into the echo structured reporting system.
• Possesses knowledge of insurance codes, cardiology procedures, and required paperwork for all procedures and department requirements.
• Maintains equipment in good working condition and secures repairs at the direction of the Manager of Cardiology.

Education

Accredited Cardiovascular Technology program

High school graduate or equivalent

In-house Ultrasound Technologist Workshop equivalency

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking an Echo Technologist to provide a comprehensive patient exam experience in echocardiography, assisting physicians during exams and maintaining competency and equipment.

The role includes QA/PI activities and ongoing professional development within the Cardiology department. The ideal candidate will have an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program, ARDMS/CCI registry, and BLS, with preferred 1 year in cardiac ultrasound and the ability to