Echocardiology Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance for higher education

401(k) retirement package with company match

Wellness programs and free gym memberships

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Rutherfordton, NC, is seeking a full-time Echocardiology Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring patient conditions, performing imaging procedures, and ensuring patient understanding of exams and procedures.

Qualified candidates should have an Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and relevant certifications. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including educational assistance and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program required.
• License: Registered Sonographer Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures and equipment.
• Monitors patient condition and reports changes.

Skills

Patient education

Imaging procedures

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

Echocardiology Technician

Schedule: Full-time

How you'll contribute

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program required. Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
• License: Registered Sonographer Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Required (within one year of hire or transfer).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Handle with Care within 3 months of hire or transfer.

Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.