Registered Echo Technician

Massena Hospital; Village of Massena (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Massena Hospital in Massena, NY seeks a Registered Echo Technician per diem to perform high quality echocardiography testing and assist in daily operations of the Medical Imaging and Cardiology departments.

The role involves direct patient care for echo studies, assisting RN and physician with stress testing as needed, maintaining records, and supporting quality assurance initiatives. Per diem status and union eligibility noted; schedule is Mon-Fri with 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• NYS registered echosonographer.
• Echo cardiography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care specializing in echo related studies.
• Responsible for comprehensive cardiology testing on an as needed basis.
• Maintain departmental records, assists with order entry, scanning and filing.
• Serves as a resource person/mentor to non-registered staff assisting the department director to maintain a high quality of echo testing in cardiology.
• Assist Director of Cardiology Services in quality assurance assessment and improvement activities.

Skills

NYS registered echosonographer

Echo cardiography experience

Job description

JOB TITLE: Registered Echo TechnicianSTATUS: Per DiemLOCATION: Massena Hospital - 1 Hospital Drive Massena, NY 13662DEPARTMENT: Medical ImagingSCHEDULE: Days, M-F, 8 hrs, 9am-5pm or 7am-3pmSUMMARYPerforms high quality echocardiography testing. Assists in the daily routines of the Cardiology Department. Responsible for assisting RN and physician in the set up and completion of comprehensive cardiology testing(Stress). Comply with the professional standards of the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform direct patient care specializing in echo related studies.Responsible for comprehensive cardiology testing on an as needed basis.Maintain departmental records, assists with order entry, scanning and filingServes as a resource person/mentor to non-registered staff assisting the department director to maintain a high quality of echo testing in cardiology.Assist Director of Cardiology Services in quality assurance assessment and improvement activities.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSNYS registered echosonographerPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEchocardiography experieceUNION:CSEA (MH)Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligibleEDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$36.13 - $53.60The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.