Pediatric Echo Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Brunswick, NJ seeks a Pediatric Echo Technologist to perform high-quality inpatient and outpatient pediatric echocardiograms, including 2-D, Doppler, stress echos, and TEE when required. You will support a multidisciplinary cardiac team in a busy pediatric setting.

Graduate of accredited Cardiac Ultrasound program, ARDMS/CCI certification, BLS, and a minimum of 2 years' experience performing echocardiography and operating standard Cardiac Ultrasound Systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound Program / 2-D & Doppler program (two-year program or equivalent).
• ARDMS or CCI Certification required (RDCS or RCS).
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of echocardiograph experience, with proficiency operating standard Cardiac Ultrasound Systems.
• Demonstrated experience performing TEE and Stress Echo procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performing high-quality inpatient and outpatient pediatric echocardiograms, including 2-D, Doppler, stress echos, and Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE).
• Evaluating intra-cardiac disease, anatomy, and heart function using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.
• Assisting physicians directly with stress echo and transesophageal testing workflows while preparing results for final clinical interpretation.
• Participating actively in departmental Process Improvement initiatives and assisting in maintaining ICAEL Accreditation.
• Verifying physician orders, confirming correct patient identification using two distinct identifiers, and safely instructing patients on the upcoming procedure.
• Leveraging knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology and extensive EKG data to follow technical criteria for preliminary reports.
• Maintaining complex cardiac ultrasound systems in good working order and reporting maintenance defects.
• Complying with healthcare infection control protocols and patient safety initiatives.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound Program / 2-D & Doppler program

Tools

Cardiac Ultrasound Systems

Job description

Req #: 0000263367

Category: EKG / EEG Technician

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department: RWJMS Pediatric Cardiology

Pay Range: $54.54 - $66.99 per hour

Location: 125 Paterson St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title: Pediatric Echo Technologist

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department Name: RWJMS Pediatric Cardiology

Req #: 0000263367

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $54.54 - $66.99 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Pediatric Echo Technologist

Our Pediatric Echo Technologists work collaboratively to promote optimal diagnostic clarity and prevent delays in cardiac care for both inpatient and outpatient populations. By providing comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound programming and high-quality imaging interventions, our technologists proactively engage with pediatric patients to provide connection and clinical clarity. We view our imaging specialists as a critical component of the care plan and recognize the incredibly positive impact they have on the cardiac journey and outcomes of our patients. We hope you are excited by the opportunity to deliver diagnostic care in a way that redefines the patient experience through teamwork, compassion, and excellence!

A Typical Day

• Performing high-quality inpatient and outpatient pediatric echocardiograms, including 2-D, Doppler, stress echos, and Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE).


• Evaluating intra-cardiac disease, anatomy, and heart function using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.


• Assisting physicians directly with stress echo and transesophageal testing workflows while preparing results for final clinical interpretation.


• Participating actively in departmental Process Improvement initiatives and assisting in maintaining ICAEL Accreditation.


• Verifying physician orders, confirming correct patient identification using two distinct identifiers, and safely instructing patients on the upcoming procedure.


• Leveraging an intimate knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and extensive EKG data to accurately follow technical criteria for preliminary reports.


• Maintaining complex cardiac ultrasound systems in good working order, adjusting for appropriate settings, and reporting any maintenance defects.


• Complying strictly with healthcare infection control protocols and department-wide patient safety initiatives.

This role might be for you if

• You are passionate about creating a differentiated healthcare experience while preserving patient dignity, privacy, and absolute confidentiality.


• You set a high bar for yourself to maintain a responsive, courteous, respectful, and highly cooperative environment for your patients and colleagues.


• You work seamlessly with staff, departmental directors, and reading physicians to ensure accurate scheduling and prompt test processing.


• You proactively look out for patient vulnerabilities and strictly adhere to standard identification, sanitation, and safety policies.

To be considered

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound Program / 2-D & Doppler program (two-year program or equivalent).


• ARDMS or CCI Certification required (RDCS or RCS).


• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.


• Minimum of 2 years of echocardiograph experience, with proficiency operating standard Cardiac Ultrasound Systems.


• Demonstrated experience performing TEE and Stress Echo procedures.


• 6 months of hospital experience is highly preferred.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance


• Dental and Vision Insurance


• Retirement Plans


• Short & Long Term Disability


• Life & Accidental Death Insurance


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts


• Wellness Programs


• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)


• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer