Echocardiogram Technician Registered - Christus Mount Pleasant - Prn

Jobtome; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtome seeks a skilled cardiovascular ultrasound technologist to perform echocardiography, TEE, and Doppler studies, with the goal of providing high-quality data for cardiologist interpretation.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited ultrasound program, at least one year of cardiac ultrasound experience, and current ARDMS/CCI licensure (DCS/RDMS) with BLS certification. Per diem shift coverage available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology.
• At least 1 year of experience in Cardiac Ultrasound.
• DCS, RCS, or RDMS through ARDMS or CCI required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiograms using ultrasound equipment and captures images of the heart.
• Prepare patients for exams by explaining the procedure and positioning them.
• Maintain ultrasound machines and probes via cleaning and disinfection.
• Document exam details, measurements, and observations for physician interpretation.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to discuss findings and contribute to patient care plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Medical imaging

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology

Experience in Cardiac Ultrasound

DCS, RCS, or RDMS through ARDMS or CCI

BLS certification

Job description

Description Summary: The Job requires considerable technical ability, experience, and judgment to perform cardiovascular ultrasound and evaluate the quality of data for Cardiologist interpretation. Must have substantial knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular disease, dynamics of blood flow, Doppler, and color flow imaging techniques. Expected to have a detailed understanding of ultrasound instrumentation, cardiovascular physiology and pathology, hemodynamics, and the ability to relate these findings into clinically meaningful data.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Demonstrates a working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Performs diagnostic exams including but not restricted to Echocardiography, TEE, Holter monitoring 2D/M-Mode, and color Doppler.
• Performs echocardiograms by using ultrasound equipment and captures images of a patient's heart to assess its structure and function.
• Prepare patients for exams by explaining the procedure, positioning patients, and applying ultrasound gel for optimal image acquisition.
• Maintain equipment by ensuring the proper functioning of ultrasound machines and probes through cleaning, disinfection, and reporting any malfunctions.
• Document patient information by recording exam details, measurements, and observations for physician interpretation.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team by assisting physicians and nurses in performing echocardiograms and discussing findings to contribute to patient care plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology required.
• Experience 1 year of experience in Cardiac Ultrasound required.
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications DCS, RCS, or RDMS through ARDMS or CCI required.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule:

PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed