Echocardiograph Tech III (Full Time, Days)

Miami Children’s Hospital; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children’s Hospital is seeking an Echocardiograph Tech III for a full-time position. This role involves independently performing complex echocardiograms, both congenital and fetal, and providing detailed analyses to physicians.

The ideal candidate will possess at least an Associate's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with CPR certification. Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach towards patients and families are essential for this crucial role.

Qualifications

• 2-4 year program in diagnostic ultrasound or 7+ years of experience.
• CPR BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• 7-10 years experience in cardiac clinical ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex congenital heart and fetal echocardiograms independently.
• Analyze and organize data for physician presentation.
• Assist medical staff with invasive procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Software application training

Education

Associate's Degree in Allied Health or related field

Eligible for registry in Ultrasound, RDCS or RCS

Job description

Echocardiograph Tech III (Full Time, Days) – 301413

Job Summary

Independently performs complex complete congenital heart echocardiograms and/or fetal echocardiograms. Performs triage of examinations, orientation, and preparation of patients; provides preliminary interpretation and presentation of data to Attending Physicians. Maintains echo equipment and laboratory. Documents procedures according to Hospital and department standards.

Job Specific Duties

• Independently performs complex complete congenital heart echocardiograms and/or fetal echocardiograms.
• Analyzes, organizes data, and performs calculations appropriate to study and presents to physicians.
• Discusses and collaborates with physician on fetal echocardiogram findings.
• Assists medical staff with special/invasive procedures.
• Enters patient demographics, verifies order to undertake examination, and performs echocardiographic study based on patient's medical history.
• Explains examination procedure and reassures patient and family to ensure comfort, understanding, and cooperation.
• Instructs/teaches scanning techniques specific to pediatric cardiac anatomy.
• Maintains echo equipment in good working condition and echo laboratories clean and well provisioned; reports malfunction to supervisor as needed.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives in echocardiography.
• Assists in counseling and education of mothers/families before and after fetal echocardiograms.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Allied Health or related field (OR) 2-4 year program in diagnostic ultrasound (OR) 7+ years of experience
• CPR BLS – American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Eligible for registry in Ultrasound, RDCS or RCS by ARDMS or CCI
• 7-10 years experience in cardiac clinical ultrasound

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Credentialed in Fetal Echocardiography (FE) specialty by ARDMS preferred
• 2 years of fetal echocardiography experience preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to perform competently and efficiently in crisis situations
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, peers, physicians, and other hospital personnel
• Ability to learn appropriate software application(s)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Imaging & Radiology