Ultrasound Tech - Echo

Tenet Healthcare; North Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life with

401(k) retirement with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing教育

Health savings accounts and flexible 2

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Pet insurance and other voluntary ins

Job summary

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center is seeking a full-time Ultrasound Tech to perform echocardiograms, assist with TEE and stress testing, and support cardiology services. The role requires ARDMS or CCI registry and BLS certification, with a focus on accurate imaging and timely patient care.

Join a team dedicated to high-quality cardiac care. Responsibilities include documenting services, coordinating with nursing staff, and serving as a resource for staff and students.

Qualifications

• Registry: ARDMS or CCI.
• BLS certification required by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs Echocardiograms using departmental protocol for obtaining images.
• Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately.
• Identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting of critical values.
• Sets priorities for completion of studies based on acuity, patient preference and/or the coordination of care with nursing and other ancillary services.
• Provides EKG and Holter Services when Echo workload permits.
• Obtains EKG’s that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information.
• Documents completely and clearly all services provided, assuring they can be tracked and traced when needed.
• Interacts with coworkers, ancillary services, and physicians in an effective manner; preceptor for new employees and students.

Education

ARDMS or CCI

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Full Time,, Days

The Ultrasound Tech is knowledgeable and proficient in the performance of Echocardiograms, Stress Tests, TEE, EKG, and Holter Monitoring. Employees must work independently with direction from their immediate supervisor. Employees will work closely with the medical staff to meet their needs as well as the hospital staff on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

1. Clinical Assessment Skills and Echocardiographic Services

• Performs Echocardiograms using departmental protocol for obtaining images.
• Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately.
• Identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting of critical values.
• Sets priorities for completion of studies based on acuity, patient preference and/or the coordination of care with nursing and other ancillary services.

2. EKG, Holter Monitoring

• Provides EKG and Holter Services when Echo workload permits.
• Obtains EKG’s that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information.
• Set up and scans Holter Monitors, providing tracings that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately.

3.Clerical / Documentation / Computer Skills

• Documents completely and clearly all services provided, assuring they can be tracked and traced when needed.
• Information provided for physicians is clear and accurate.
• Assists with processing of reports, record copy and report retrieval.
• Charges reconcile daily with documentation.

4. Communication/Interaction with Patients, Medical and Hospital Staff

• Interacts with coworkers, ancillary services, and physicians in an effective manner.
• Participates as a preceptor for new employees, agency personnel, and students.
• Explain procedures clearly to patients and family members.
• Logs and communicate issues with equipment, studies, and patients.

5. Departmental Participation

• Completes competencies/educational requirements, attends departmental meeting/in services, and assists in the department’s pursuit to operate as a team.
• Assists with preparation and upkeep of department to meet regulatory requirements.
• Stays current with department computer systems, procedures, and equipment upgrades

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Registry: ARDMS or CCI
• BLS approved by the American Heart Association.

Organization Description

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center (PBGMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, the largest health care network in Palm Beach County, is a 199-bed acute care hospital. It has served the Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast communities for over 50 years. The hospital was the first in Palm Beach County to perform open-heart surgery and has remained on the forefront as one of the areas leaders in cardiac care. PBGMC also offers award winning stroke care, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedics, robot assisted and minimally invasive surgical techniques, bloodless medicine and a 24-hour emergency room. Join our team!

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