Echocardiography Tech- PT Weekends

Houston Healthcare; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Healthcare in Warner Robins, GA is seeking a Cardio/Echocardiography Technician for the day shift. You will perform sonographic testing to visualize cardiac structures and monitor patients during exams.

The role requires completion of an approved ultrasound program or a two-year echocardiography program, with 15 years of experience potentially substitutable by education. Current BLS and RDCS/RCS certification within nine months are required, with call duties including a 30-minute arrival

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved/accredited Ultrasound program or two-year echocardiography program.
• 15 years’ experience as a Cardio/Echocardiography Technician; experience can be substituted with education.

Responsibilities

• Perform sonographic testing to record cardiac structures and motions.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist during procedures.
• Operate echocardiographic recorder and select tracings for the cardiologist.
• Responsible for call rotation with 30-minute arrival time from notification.
• May be trained for additional cath lab duties as required.

Skills

Cardiac terminology knowledge

Operate echocardiography equipment

Patient-focused

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Ultrasound program or 2-year echocardiography program

Tools

Echocardiography equipment

Ultrasound system

Cardiac monitor

Job description

Work Shift:

Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)Performs sonographic testing to record anatomical structures and their motions. Prepared patient psychologically and physically for examination. Operates echocardiographic recorder while performing the examination, visualizing as many cardiac structures as possible. Selects appropriate tracings for cardiologist. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Houston Healthcare. Call rotation required with 30-minute arrival time from notification. May perform other cardio duties as required. May also be trained for additional cath lab duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education & Training:

Completion of an approved/accredited Ultrasound program or two-year echocardiography program. Education can be substituted with experience.

Experience:

15 years’ experience as a Cardio/Echocardiography Technician. Experience can be substituted with education.

Required Certification/Registration/Licensure:

Current AHA/ARC BLS required. RDCS or RCS certification required or obtained within 9 months. Successful completion of an HHC Basic Rhythm Interpretation Course or CLEP Exam within nine (9) months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have knowledge of cardiac terminology to communicate effectively with patients and medical staff. Must have knowledge of and ability to operate cardiac equipment commonly used in procedures. Must demonstrate compassion, good communication skills, patient focus and attention to detail. Must have ability to follow physician instructions accurately. Must spend long hours on feet and deal with a variety of patients.

Workplace Culture/EEO Statement:

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Additional Info:

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week’s advance notice is preferred.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

FTE:

0.5