Part Time Echo Technologist

Summit Health; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health is hiring an Echo Technologist at Starling Physicians in New Britain, CT. The role administers non-invasive cardiac imaging and provides high-quality diagnostic echo images with accurate measurements.

Travel to satellite locations in Avon, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, New Britain and nearby towns is required; strong English communication and registry with CCI or ARDMS are essential.

Qualifications

• Active registry (ARDMS/CCI) required for adult echocardiography.
• 0–4 years experience required; 2–4 preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Experience with cardiac ultrasound equipment and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Administers non-invasive cardiac ultrasound tests.
• Produces diagnostic echo images with accurate measurements.
• Reports abnormalities promptly to the physician.
• Maintains patient safety and privacy.
• Travels to satellite locations as needed.

Skills

Echo imaging

English communication

Patient safety

Critical thinking

Education

ARDMS/CCI registry

1–4 years clinical experience

Tools

Cardiac ultrasound equipment

EHR/Practice Management systems

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

We are hiring at Starling Physicians!

Essential Job functions:

• Administers a variety of non-invasive tests using ultrasound technology.
• Provides excellent diagnostic echo images, correct views and accurate measurements for: Transthoracic Echoes, Stress Echoes, Bubble studies, Lumason Studies
• Reports abnormalities to the physician promptly.
• Clarifies and follows Doctor’s orders.
• Completes work within an acceptable time frame.
• Assessss patients for potential risk factors.
• Assumes accountability for managing patient care and safety. Promotes and maintains a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Appropriately educates and explains procedures to patients.
• Follows department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by the Cardiologist.
• Insures proper identification of patient.
• Provides for patient privacy. Acts as a patient advocate and uphold patient rights.
• Responds effectively in an emergency situation.
• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Accurately documents preliminary reports.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations. Is flexible to changing priorities.
• Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner.
• Employs tasking appropriately and timely.
• Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems. Ensures equipment is in acceptable conditions by conducting routine quality control.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• Active Registry through CCI or ARDMS for Adult Echocardiography required.
• 0 – 1 years experience required. 2-4 years experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
• Working knowledge & operation of Cardiac Ultrasound & Cardiac Testing Equipment.
• Recognition of Cardiac Dysrhythmias required.
• Understanding of cardiac anatomy & physiology required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
• Experience with Standard Cardiac Testing & Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment preferred.
• Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/AncillarySystems preferred.

Travel:

• Travel to satellite locations as needed.
• Current locations include Avon, Bloomfield, Wethersfield, New Britain, Enfield, Farmington, Southington, Granby and Glastonbury. Floating requirements and locations are subject to change.

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.