Echocardiogram Tech

Northwell; Village/Town of Mount Kisco (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell is seeking a skilled Echocardiographer to perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies at Mount Kisco, NY. You will obtain high-quality two-dimensional cardiac images, ensure patient comfort, and collaborate with radiologists to interpret results.

The role requires graduation from an accredited ultrasound or echocardiography program, ARDMS or CCI certification, and prior ultrasound experience, with a preference for cardiac sonography experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound OR Diagnostic Echocardiography program, required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from CCI, required.
• Prior related experience performing ultrasound exams, required; cardiac sonography experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and physics.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination by explaining procedure and process.
• Positions patient on examination table for specific testing procedure.
• Transports and sets up echocardiogram equipment at bedside.
• Performs echocardiography procedures, including transesophageal echocardiography, as required.
• Monitors patient condition and reports findings to Radiologist.
• Obtains satisfactory video recordings for physician interpretation.
• Documents test results in patient records and discusses need for further evaluation with physician.
• Obtains pertinent radiological and diagnostic exam reports for physician correlation as required.
• Performs routine calibration checks and minor repairs to ultrasound equipment and reports issues to management.
• Adheres to policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Cardiac ultrasound knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Ultrasound OR Diagnostic Echocardiography program

Job description

Job Description

Performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies. Obtains two-dimensional cardiac images from patients using high frequency sound technology.

Job Responsibility

• Prepares patient for examination by explaining procedure and process.
• Positions patient on examination table for specific testing procedure.
• Transports and sets up echocardiogram equipment at bedside.
• Performs echocardiography procedures, including transesophageal echocardiography, as required.
• Monitors patient condition. Recognizes any motor abnormalities including fainting, discoloration, etc. and promptly reports to Radiologist.
• Obtains satisfactory video recordings for physician interpretation.
• Documents t+D8est results in patient’s medical record and reports findings to physician. Discusses any need for further evaluation with physician.
• Obtains pertinent radiological and diagnostic exam reports for physician for correlation with test being performed, as required.
• Performs routine calibration checks and minor repairs to ultrasound equipment, as required. Recognizes and reports equipment issues to management for resolution.
• Adheres to related policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound OR Diagnostic Echocardiography program, required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), required.
• Prior related experience performing ultrasound exams, required. Experience in cardiac sonography, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and physics, required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

*Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).