Echocardiography Technologist - Per Diem

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Wellness program with financial incentives

Family-friendly support including parental leave

Employee Assistance Program for various needs

Job summary

A medical laboratory in Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre is seeking a qualified echocardiography technician. The role involves performing echocardiographic examinations, assisting in special procedures, and analyzing echocardiographic data. Candidates must have a graduate background in a specialty training program, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, and certifications in BLS and Cardiovascular Credentialing. This position offers various benefits including a 401(k) plan and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Certification in cardiovascular credentialing required within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and process echocardiographic examinations.
• Assist with special procedures including transesophageal echocardiography.
• Analyze and file echocardiographic data using digital systems.

Skills

Echocardiographic procedures

Transesophageal echocardiography

Emergency procedures

Digital computer analysis systems

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Cardiovascular Credentialing International Certification

Certified Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

Job description

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. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs and processes echocardiographic examinations including two-dimensional, three-dimensional, M-mode, Doppler, and special procedures and exercise techniques.
• Performs emergency procedures when necessary; 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 in 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.

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)

Experience

Minimum 2 years relevant experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

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

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 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.

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