Echocardiography Technologist - Per Diem

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with Geisinger contributions

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Family-friendly support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Access to free legal guidance

Vision and dental benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a qualified professional to perform and process echocardiographic examinations at Wyoming Valley. The role involves emergency procedures, assistance with special procedures, and contribution to internal training programs.

Candidates should have a graduate-level specialty training, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and essential certifications within 6 months of hire. This position offers a range of benefits including a 401(k) plan and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Cardiovascular Credentialing International Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs and processes echocardiographic examinations.
• Assists with special procedures including transesophageal echocardiography.
• Analyzes and files echocardiographic data utilizing digital systems.
• Assists in developing training programs and provides technical instruction.
• Performs mobile Echo service as directed.

Skills

Cardiac Testing

Communication

Customer Service

Epic Knowledge

Health Information Documentation

Medical Devices And Tools

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV) | Shift: Days | Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 | Worker Type: Regular | Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

Responsible for a variety of technical duties necessary to the acquisition of echocardiographic examinations and maintenance of the normal operation of the adult echocardiography laboratory.

Job Duties

• Performs and processes echocardiographic examinations including two-dimensional, three-dimensional, M-mode, Doppler, and special procedure & exercise techniques.
• Performs emergency procedures when necessary and transports equipment and patients.
• Assists with special procedures including transesophageal echocardiography, intraoperative echocardiography, pericardiocentesis, and contrast echocardiography.
• Analyzes and files echocardiographic data utilizing digital computer analysis systems.
• Assists in developing and maintaining internal training programs and provides technical instruction of echocardiographic techniques.
• Assists in approved research activities.
• Performs mobile Echo service as directed.
• Interprets and follows policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required).

Experience

Minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Basic Life Support Certification (Default Issuing Body).
• Cardiovascular Credentialing International Certification required within 6 months of hire (Default Issuing Body).
• Certified Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required within 6 months of hire (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography [ARDMS]).

Skills

Cardiac Testing, Communication, Customer Service, Epic Knowledge, Health Information Documentation, Medical Devices And Tools.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions.
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care.
• Access to free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more.
• Vision, dental, and benefits for domestic partners.
• Health insurance and other benefits part of the Geisinger system.

EEO Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.