Echocardiography Technologist (Per Diem) - Washington Township Campus, New Jersey

Jefferson Health; Washington Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Echocardiography Technologist at the Washington Township Campus in New Jersey. This per diem role involves performing echocardiographic examinations and assisting cardiologists while ensuring high-quality patient care and safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and attention to detail, along with a strong background in cardiac testing and echocardiography principles.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of echocardiogram experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms, including 2D, M-mode, and color Doppler.
• Conduct transesophageal echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms.
• Maintain accurate logs of patient/test data.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of Heart Function Monitoring

Proficiency in Cardiac Testing

Medical Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Two-Year Accredited Echocardiography Program

Job description

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Job Details

The Echocardiography Technologist performs complete echocardiographic examinations including M-mode, two-dimension and Doppler Echocardiography on clinical and/or research patients. Assists the Cardiologist, Fellows or other appropriate personnel in performing transesophageal echocardiographic and stress echocardiographic examinations. He/she may also assist in coordinating efficient patient flow, staff assignments, educational support, and ensuring high-quality procedures in accordance with IAC standards for Echocardiography.

Job Responsibilities

• Escort patients from waiting areas to examination rooms, review written history questionnaires, and explain the nature of tests to patients.
• Perform echocardiograms, including 2D, M-mode, and color Doppler, following department policies and physician orders.
• Conduct transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE) and stress echocardiograms as per departmental protocols.
• Maintain accurate logs of patient/test data for billing and record-keeping.
• Monitor and maintain clinical equipment to ensure testing quality and safety.
• Maintain images within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Disinfect and sterilize clinical equipment to ensure safety from pathogens.
• Participate in on-call duties as per departmental policy and perform other assigned duties.

Required Competencies

• Effective communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of heart function monitoring and ability to detect arrhythmias and emergencies.
• Proficiency in cardiac testing and echocardiography principles.
• Experience with medical record keeping and equipment use.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma and completion of a two-year accredited echocardiography or cardiovascular technology program.
• Preferred: 1+ year of echocardiogram experience.

Work Details

Workday Day shift in the United States; regular employment status.

Location

435 Hurffville-Cross Keys Rd, Turnersville, New Jersey, United States.

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