Echo Technologist TEMP

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,495 - 71,552; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Echo Cardiogram Technician to perform medically prescribed echo cardiogram procedures, including transthoracic and transesophageal types. The role involves a team-oriented approach to patient care in a hospital environment.

Candidates must hold an Associate of Applied Science or AA in Echocardiography, along with required certifications such as RDCS and RCS. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred. The position requires weekend and holiday rotations, with on-call duties.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a Hospital based environment preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months required.

Responsibilities

• Perform medically prescribed echo cardiogram procedures including various types.
• Assist in team-oriented delivery of care within the Noninvasive Cardiology Laboratory.

Skills

Echocardiography procedures

Patient care

Teamwork

Basic Life Support

Education

Associate of Applied Science or AA in Echocardiography/Cardiovascular Technology

Reg Diag Card Sonograph (RDCS)

Reg Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Can Reg Card Sonograph (CRCS)

Reg Congen Card Sonogr (RCCS)

Job description

Job Description

Performs medically prescribed echo cardiogram procedures including transthorasic, trans esophageal, and stress. These procedures are performed throughout the patient population; inpatient and outpatient, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Participates in a team-oriented, patient-focused delivery of care model and assists in other areas of the Noninvasive Cardiology Laboratory.

Education and Credentials

• Associate of Applied Science AND Certificate, OR AA in Echocardiography or Cardiovascular Technology required.
• Reg Diag Card Sonograph (RDCS) required upon hire.
• Reg Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required upon hire.
• Can Reg Card Sonograph (CRCS) required upon hire.
• Reg Congen Card Sonogr (RCCS) required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 6 months required.

Experience

1 year of experience in a Hospital based environment preferred.

Working Conditions

• Weight Requirement: Medium (up to 50 lbs)
• Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
• FTE: 1.000000
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
• On Call Required: Yes
• With Rotation: Yes
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Union Code: U21
• SEIU 1199 CHOB Technical

Salary

Salary Range: $41.01-$51.94 per hour. Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

EEO Statement

We are committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated. Kaleida Health recognizes the importance of equitable practices and encourages the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person.