Echocardiography Technologist

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cardiac ultrasound professional to join their team. This role involves ensuring patient safety, performing diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with licensed practitioners to optimize patient care. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited cardiac ultrasound training program and will be responsible for administering medications and evaluating image quality. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. A competitive benefits package and a sign-on bonus make this an exciting opportunity for qualified applicants.

Benefits

Full benefits starting on day one

401(k) plan with contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Family-friendly support services

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited training program in cardiac ultrasound is required.
• ARDMS or RCS Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensures patient preparation and correct order for exams while maintaining confidentiality.
• Performs diagnostic and interventional sonographic procedures as prescribed.

Skills

Patient Safety

Sonographic Procedures

Medication Administration

Technical Quality Evaluation

Collaboration with Practitioners

Education

Graduate of Cardiac Ultrasound Training Program

ARDMS or RCS Certification

Job description

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Preparing and/or administering ultrasound enhancing agents through new or existing vascular access site in accordance with ASE guidelines for appropriate use.
• Communicates abnormal and unexpected findings with the provider to prioritize the need for additional testing or urgency of care with the licensed provider.
• Collaborating with a licensed practitioner in the performance of sonographic interventional procedures.
• Ensuring equipment parameters for diagnostic and interventional procedures are of optimal technical and administrative quality as requested by a licensed practitioner.
• Performing diagnostic, interventional, sonographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner or during appropriate educational activities.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

*Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and formal training. (Graduation from an accredited training program in cardiac ultrasound = 2 years).*

*$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Applicants*

Graduate of Cardiac Ultrasound Training Program - (Required)
ARDMS or RCS Certification is required within 6 months of hire

To learn more about Geisinger Heart Institute, please visit: https://www.geisinger.org/patient-care/institutes/heart-institute

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance