Echo Vascular Technologist

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Berwyn (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Prepaid tuition assistance program

Job summary

A prestigious academic medical center in Pennsylvania is seeking an Echo Vascular Technologist to perform specialized non-invasive tests for diagnosing cardiological abnormalities. You will play an essential role in the echo laboratory operations, conducting various echocardiographic studies and ensuring optimal patient care. A Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer credential is required, along with an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience in cardiovascular technology and 2+ years of echocardiography experience. This role emphasizes collaboration and commitment to high-quality patient service.

Qualifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required for the role.
• Associate’s Degree in Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary technology or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Echocardiography experience preferred; registry required.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized non-invasive tests for cardiological abnormalities.
• Coordinate daily operations of the echo laboratory.
• Conduct M-Mode, 2-D, Doppler echocardiogram and color flow Doppler studies.

Skills

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Echocardiography experience

Patient care

Non-invasive cardiology

Education

Associate’s Degree in Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary technology

Job description

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Description

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. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Entity

Clinical Care Associates (CCA) - Penn Primary Care (PPC) and Penn Specialty Practices (PSP)

Department

Cardiac – Valley Forge

Location

Penn Medicine Valley Forge – 1001 Chesterbrook Blvd

Hours

Part-time, Per Departmental Needs

Summary

• The incumbent will perform highly skilled, specialized, non‑invasive tests used to diagnose cardiological abnormalities and participate in research activities using sophisticated mechanical and electronic instruments and microcomputers.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly skilled, specialized non‑invasive tests used to diagnose cardiological abnormalities and participate in research activities using sophisticated mechanical and electronic instruments and microcomputers.
• Arrange schedule for patient echocardiography studies; prioritize requests for studies by reviewing orders and securing additional information from referring physicians when necessary.
• Conduct M‑Mode, 2‑D, Doppler echocardiogram and color flow Doppler studies in the inpatient/outpatient laboratories, patient rooms, intensive care units, ER and OR without physician supervision. Determine appropriate views; modify studies according to cardiac abnormalities detected; conduct primary readings; notify attending physicians of EKG changes or Doppler/echo findings requiring immediate action.
• Assist physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms performed under conscious sedation in the laboratory and in the OR.
• Perform exercise stress and pharmacologic stress echocardiograms.
• Coordinate daily operation of the echo laboratory to ensure studies are performed with optimal quality. Adjust constantly to the needs of the non‑invasive cardiology department and go where needed as directed by the manager of non‑invasive cardiology. Maintain daily log of all patients and assist managers with preparation of monthly statistics.
• Edit and copy videotapes; maintain files on tests performed; create teaching tapes.
• Mark all M‑Mode echocardiography measurements on the worksheet as well as completely and accurately complete the demographic information on each patient. Log each patient examined in lab logbooks. Update orders as needed if patient studies are changed or cancelled.
• Perform minor maintenance on instruments.
• Perform 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

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary technology and 2+ years Echocardiography experience. Registry required. Significant years of experience could be considered in lieu of degree, registry still 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. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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