Tech, Echocardiogram

Kaiser Permanente; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia (Kennesaw) seeks an experienced Echocardiography Technologist to perform transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, including pharmacological stress tests. You will provide preliminary findings, document measurements, and support quality assurance in a team-driven Echo Lab.

Required 3–5 years in stress echoes and 2D/Doppler imaging, with an accredited program and BLS. Onsite schedule follows standard day shift; strong patient communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) - five (5) years of experience in performing stress echoes.
• Minimum three (3) - five (5) years of experience performing and interpreting 2D, M-Mode, and Doppler Echocardiograms.
• Completion of an accredited Sonography program in Echocardiography.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate OR RDMS OR RDCS certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms and transesophageal (TEE) on patients with 2D, M-mode, PW, CW and color Doppler.
• Perform pharmacological stress echocardiograms and obtain high-quality images.
• Provide preliminary findings and complete exam worksheets with measurements and calculations.
• Maintain Echo Lab Manual and Log book; organize reports and media.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff and support department quality assurance.

Skills

Cardiac imaging

Doppler Echocardiography

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Performs transthoracic and transesophageal (TEE) echocardiograms on patients. Assist physicians and support staff with technical acquisition of Stress Echocardiograms. Perform all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects the Kaiser Permanente mission and philosophy.

• Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and transesophageal (TEE) on patients (includes 2D, m-mode, PW, CW and color Doppler) and obtain the highest quality of images possible.
• Performs both pharmacological stress echocardiograms and obtains the highest quality of images possible.
• Provide preliminary findings from exams and accurately completes exam worksheets including measurements and calculations; responds appropriately to clinical query in designated section of the patient chart.
• Individualize interaction with and treatment of patients during exams, with special attention to privacy needs. Patient positioning is done with consideration of patients ability to comply.
• Establish a professional rapport with patient and family members (if present) and explain procedure as appropriate; request for professional interpretation of the exam are deferred to the patients physician.
• Maintain Echo Lab Manual and Log book.
• Organize videotapes, computer discs, optical discs, Echo reports, etc. according to department practices.
• Comply with department quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Assists in optimal operation of the echo imaging units and instruments by using in a safe manner, reporting and documenting abnormalities when indicated, and obtaining technical service when necessary.
• Use downtime to assist in completing any tasks beneficial to the department or coworkers, i.e. professional education, equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance, etc.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
• Perform other duties and related activities or special projects as requested by Lead Echo technologist and Supervisor. Establish and maintain working relationships that foster teamwork and effective communication. Use proper communication for voicing concerns. Demonstrate support for others in accomplishing work. Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing needs.
• Concerned with work of others. Consistently consider effect of actions on others and team goals. Anticipate and work to prevent problems. Demonstrate empathy, concern and respect for the needs of others. Maintain eye contact and pleasant expressions; is alert and actively listens. Promote positive interpersonal relationships with customers by discussing situations in a non-threatening way, display sensitivity, compromising as appropriate. Interact with others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow company guidelines regarding attendance, paid time off or leaves of absence.
• Minimize waste of time and materials. Use safe work practices. Initiate ideas, interventions or procedures that reduce costs and streamline operations while improving quality.
• Maintain neat and clean work area.
• Initiate innovations and improvements. Lead efforts in applying new methods.
• An active participant and contributor to innovations and improvements.
• Open to change. Contribute readily to improvements and respond positively to suggestions. Support final decisions.
• Seek additional duties when work has been completed.

Job Summary

Performs transthoracic and transesophageal (TEE) echocardiograms on patients. Assist physicians and support staff with technical acquisition of Stress Echocardiograms. Perform all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects the Kaiser Permanente mission and philosophy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and transesophageal (TEE) on patients (includes 2D, m-mode, PW, CW and color Doppler) and obtain the highest quality of images possible.
• Performs both pharmacological stress echocardiograms and obtains the highest quality of images possible.
• Provide preliminary findings from exams and accurately completes exam worksheets including measurements and calculations; responds appropriately to clinical query in designated section of the patient chart.
• Individualize interaction with and treatment of patients during exams, with special attention to privacy needs. Patient positioning is done with consideration of patients ability to comply.
• Establish a professional rapport with patient and family members (if present) and explain procedure as appropriate; request for professional interpretation of the exam are deferred to the patients physician.
• Maintain Echo Lab Manual and Log book.
• Organize videotapes, computer discs, optical discs, Echo reports, etc. according to department practices.
• Comply with department quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Assists in optimal operation of the echo imaging units and instruments by using in a safe manner, reporting and documenting abnormalities when indicated, and obtaining technical service when necessary.
• Use downtime to assist in completing any tasks beneficial to the department or coworkers, i.e. professional education, equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance, etc.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
• Perform other duties and related activities or special projects as requested by Lead Echo technologist and Supervisor. Establish and maintain working relationships that foster teamwork and effective communication. Use proper communication for voicing concerns. Demonstrate support for others in accomplishing work. Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing needs.
• Concerned with work of others. Consistently consider effect of actions on others and team goals. Anticipate and work to prevent problems. Demonstrate empathy, concern and respect for the needs of others. Maintain eye contact and pleasant expressions; is alert and actively listens. Promote positive interpersonal relationships with customers by discussing situations in a non-threatening way, display sensitivity, compromising as appropriate. Interact with others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow company guidelines regarding attendance, paid time off or leaves of absence.
• Minimize waste of time and materials. Use safe work practices. Initiate ideas, interventions or procedures that reduce costs and streamline operations while improving quality.
• Maintain neat and clean work area.
• Initiate innovations and improvements. Lead efforts in applying new methods.
• An active participant and contributor to innovations and improvements.
• Open to change. Contribute readily to improvements and respond positively to suggestions. Support final decisions.
• Seek additional duties when work has been completed.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) - five (5) years of experience in performing stress echoes.
• Minimum three (3) - five (5) years of experience performing and interpreting 2D, M-Mode, and Doppler Echocardiograms.
• Completion of an accredited Sonography program in Echocardiography.

Education

• High School Diploma.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer Certificate
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of current accepted Echocardiography principles, practices, and techniques, including cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology required.
• Ability to analyze severity/importance of findings and respond to or report findings accurately and appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• A.S. degree in cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography preferred.

Primary Location

Georgia,Kennesaw,Town Park Medical Offices I

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Shift

Day

Workdays

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start

08:00 AM

Working Hours End

05:00 PM

Job Schedule

Full-time

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

GTC|UFCW|Local 1996

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Department

TP Comprehensive Med Center - Cardiology - 2808

Pay Range

$42.45 - $54.5 / hour

Travel

Yes, 20 % of the Time

Work Setting

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.