Echo Cardiography Technician Jobs

Job Title: ECHO TECHNOLOGIST Company: Highland II Location: Richmond, VA Description: ECHO TECHNOLOGIST CARDIOLOGY ASSOC OF CENTRAL VA Full Time 8:30am - 5:00pm, m-f Day 1-2 years of experience preferred PRIMARY FUNCTION/GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: The primary responsibilities of this position are to perform various complex, diagnostic non-invasive cardiac studies to evaluate the condition of the heart and related structures. II. EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Work requires a degree or certificate from an AMA approved school in an allied health field with knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics and diseases of the cardiovascular systems. 2. Work requires knowledge and experience in ultrasound imaging, Doppler and Color flow techniques; must have ability to properly operate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment at a level generally acquired during six to twelve months of on-the-job training and/or experience. 3. Registered Cardiac Sonographer/Cardiovascular Technology registered or registry eligible (ARDMS, CCI/NBCVT) preferred. 4. Must maintain current CPR certification. Experience preferred.

Job Title: Echo Tech - Part time - (Job Number: 101607) Company: FloridaHospitalHeartlandDivision Location: Sebring, FL Description: Job: Imaging Shift: Day Organization: Florida Hospital Heartland Division Job Posting: Aug 27, 2010 Job Level: Staff / Associate RJG-2007

Job Title: Echocardiography Technologist Clinic Company: Aurora Healthcare Location: Milwaukee, WI Description: Imagine yourself working with this team At Aurora Health Care the Echocardiography Technologist provides advanced level echocardiographic services to patients as a diagnostic procedure utilizing independent judgment.Imagine yourself Being responsible for knowledge and use of complex ultrasonic principles and oscilloscopic instrumentation for the purpose of performing accurate and high quality M-Mode, 2 D, Doppler, Color-flow Doppler, Transesophageal Echo and Stress Echocardiography. Appling new computer techniques for capture, display and analysis of echocardiographic data. Identifying and delineating cardiac abnormalities and extending the scope of the examination appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary and correlating invasive and noninvasive cardiac diagnostic test results with cardiac anatomy and function. Obtaining appropriate clinical history from the patient as well as cardiac related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to adapt the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic echocardiograms to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical interpretation of the echocardiogram. Assisting physicians in the Cath Lab by performing echocardiographic studies to aid them in proceeding with complex procedures and therefore decreasing risk factors.

Job Title: ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER - BREMERTON - PART TIME 0.75FTE Company: Harrison Medical Center Location: Bremerton, WA Description: Job Title: ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER - BREMERTON - PART TIME 0.75FTE Company Name: Harrison Medical Center Employment Type: Part Time (benefited) Location: BREMERTON, WA, United States Department: ULTRASOUND ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY - BREMERTON Salary: Highly Competitive Shift/Hours: Monday-Wednesday 9:00am to 7:30pm Shift Details: 1 - Weekend and/or Holiday rotation. Position takes after-hours call Hours/Pay Period: 87 Degree Required: ARDMS Job ID: 2010-71471-05024 Date Posted: Aug 27, 2010 Years Experience: 2 Facility: Harrison Medical-Bremerton FSLA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT - HOURLY Job Category: Clinical Professional Note:Please read the complete description below before applying for this job. Complete Description Job Summary: At the direction of a Cardiologist, and the appropriate supervisor, the Echocardiographer will perform Cardiac and limited Vascular Ultrasound procedures. The Echocardiographer provides for the normal care and safety of patients undergoing Ultrasound procedures and responds to medical and other emergencies within the Ultrasound area as appropriate. This position performs clerical functions to facilitate department operations and notifies the Lead Sonographer of supply or equipment needs. Experience: Minimum of 2 years (4160 clinical hours) documented Ultrasound scanning experience if not a graduate of an accredited Ultrasound training program. Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound (Certificate program, Associates Degree, or Bachelors Degree) or must have high school diploma or equivalent in addition to a minimum of 2 years (4160 clinical hours) of documented Ultrasound scanning experience in the appropriate Ultrasound modality. License: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registry eligible. As a condition of employment, must attain certification (as described above) within 12 months of hire. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification. Additional Information Weekend and/or Holiday Rotation may be required. Rotating Shifts may be required. Please review the requirements for the specific posting before starting the application process.

Job Title: Echo Tech - Georgetown - Austin Heart Company: St. Davids Healthcare Location: Austin, TX Description: Echo Tech - Georgetown - Austin HeartJob# 17407 Positions 1 Job Type Full Time Shift Days - 40 hrs/wk Location St. Davids Medical Center Department EKG Salary Hourly Benefits Benefits PackageVoted "Best Large Employer in Central Texas"by Austin Business JournalSt. Davids HealthCare has been awarded #1 Best Places to Work in Central Texas by the Austin Business Journal for 2007, 2008 and 2009. In addition, our facilities have been awarded Texas Nurse Friendly by the Texas Nurses Association.St. Davids HealthCare is building outstanding teams to deliver top quality healthcare in Travis and Williamson Counties. Were recruiting the most compassionate and the brightest! Were hiring for positions throughout the company -- learn more about how you can build your career with St. Davids HealthCare!According to unit and hospital policies and procedures, the Cardiology Sonographer I is responsible for the performance of non-invasive cardiovascular procedures including but not limited to adult and pediatric echocardiography procedures. This position works closely with other healthcare team members to facilitate exceptional patient care and efficient completion of diagnostic studies while also promoting optimal unit operations. The Sonographer I adheres to the customer service standards while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.EDUCATION Required 1.High school diploma or equivalent. 2.Successful completion of an accredited cardiac sonography program.EXPERIENCERequired Six months experience performing echocardiographic procedures. Clinical preceptorship time may qualify for this requirement. Preferred 1.One year hospital experience performing adult and pediatric echocardiography. 2.Proficiency in performing pharmacological and non-pharmacological stress echo, transesophageal echocardiography, and intra-operative transesophageal echocardiography. 3.Competency in performing arterial doppler studies.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1.Utilize open, professional communication (verbal, non-verbal, and written) to directly interact with physicians, patients, guests, and other health team members. 2.Make decisions of moderate difficulty that reflect both knowledge and good judgement. 3.Handle confidential information regarding patient activities. 4.Demonstrate an effective working knowledge of all equipment used in Cardiology and related to their job functions. 5.Achieve competency in performing 12-18 lead EKGs, rhythm strip, Signal Average EKG, pediatric EKG, holter application and removal, multi-stage stress test 6.Demonstrate competency in arrhythmia interpretation. 7.Participate in budget control. 8.Work with patients ranging in life span from infant to geriatric. 9.Accepts shift work and participates in a rotating call schedule. 10.Ability to demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of adult and pediatric echocardiography. 11.Ability to achieve competency in performing arterial doppler studies. 12.Demonstrate competency in phlebotomy. 13.Must be able to demonstrate understanding of HCAs and St. Davids ? Patients First? safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures.LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Required 1.BLS (CPR) certification 2.Registry eligible Preferred Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.Please refer to job code 105194 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Echocardiographer Company: Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital Location: Lincoln City, OR Description: Echocardiographer NLH CARDIOVASCULAR Per Diem Per Diem Day High School Diploma or equivalent required Healthcare Provider BLS required or eligible Willing to work in Lincoln City, OR Performs cardiac/vascular imaging for all patient populations. Performs TEE, stress echo and other testing atintra-operative, bedside, out-patient and mobile locations. Graduate of an approved Ultrasound training program or equivalent on the job training experience required.One (1) year experience preferred.One of the following registry credentials required or eligible (Candidates hired without a registry credential will need to achieve the credential within two (2) years from date of hire):Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI). OBMI (Oregon Board of Medical Imaging) Licensure required or eligible

Job Title: Echocardiographer - Per diem Company: MemorialHospitalofSalemCounty Location: Salem, NJ Description: The echocardiographer performs noninvasive testing to identify abnormalities of the heart. 2D Mode and Color Doppler are used. The employee works in conjunction with the cardiologist and alerts him/her when abnormalities are present.The technician is responsible for stress testing and assisting with transesophageal testing.. RJG-2007 Requirements: Education: Must have completed an accredited program of echocardiography or ultrasonography. Associates degree of Science in Cardiovascular Technology, Exercise physiology preferred.Experience: Experience with noninvasive equipment, 2-dimensional and M-Mode Scans and Color Doppler Flow Tests preferred.Licenses/Certificates: AHA BLS or equivalent certification required. ACLS preferred. Job: Cardio-Pulmonary Services Organization: Memorial Hospital of Salem Employee Status: PRN Shift: All Shifts

Job Title: Echocardiographer Company: MRINetwork Location: Lake Placid, NY Description: Echo Cardiographer I am working with a hospital in Northern NY State that is seeking a Echo Cardiographer for their facility. This position is a full-time, permanent position with a smaller facility located in the Adirondack Mountains. Thus offering you a chance to work and live where most only have the chance to vacation. This is an urgent fill position and they will move quickly and assist with relocation. JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Performs diagnostic exams to physician's orders to ensure accurate and optimal diagnostic results. Arrange, attach or adjust immobilization and support devices according to age and condition of the patient. Physician orders are verified so that no wrong studies are being performed on patients. Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all Echocardiography equipment After positioning patient correctly and applying ultrasonic gel, cardiographer performs procedure according to lab guidelines. Captures test data for physician's review while compiling doppler information, technical data and hardcopy references Artifacts are differentiated from the normal or pathological process and electronic equipment limitations are recognized. Images are properly labeled and marked with patient's name and number and images are processed appropriately for physician review. Consults with cardiologist, supervisor and/or physicians regarding exams as necessary. Assists physicians with other tasks necessary to ensure the best care of the patient. Follows departmental/hospital policy, procedures and protocols at all times. 2. Returns the patient to the appropriate area and prepares the room for the next study to decrease patient turn around time and increase patient satisfaction. Restocks and maintains assigned work area/equipment in an orderly and neat fashion. Organizes and plans activities relating to patient's procedures for assigned area. Will help out in other areas/rooms when needed to reduce patient wait times if not busy. Will make copies of patient's films to reduce patient wait time. 3. Records appropriate information and maintains all records according to established guidelines. Performs regular quality control checks and required paperwork as necessary to comply with regulatory compliance standards. Records patient history, unusual conditions/limitations as necessary; signs initials on requisition. Performs daily safety, warm-up and any quality control checks for area. Obtains appropriate medical information such as previous films jackets and histories on every procedure. Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor immediately and initiates appropriate paperwork (incident report) as necessary. Maintains monthly department statistics. Participates in Improving Organization Performance and other JCAHO activities as required. 4. Demonstrates quality patient care while being aware of patient needs and concerns and proper restraint methods. Confirms patient identity. Greets and introduces self to patient. Preparation and explanation of exam is given to the patient prior to the exams with post exam instruction when necessary. Correlation of clinical history with the examination to be performed are obtained and the results from other pertinent diagnostic tests are correlated with the ultrasound study. Verifies ultrasound procedure to be done. Patients are positioned according to age, ability and medical condition by attaching or adjusting immobilizing, supportive and shielding devices to obtain precise positions and to prevent patient movement, minimizing discomfort, and safety for the patient. Requirements High School graduate or Equivalent; Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program with experience in echocardiography. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Cardiac Sonographer by CCI preferred; or ability to obtain RDCS within 12 months of hire. BLS certification within 3 months of hire. WHAT CANDIDATES SAY ABOUT THIS RECRUITER: Nate has great follow up and is patient with the time these searches take - thank you Nate! Human Resources for a hospital in New England Click here to apply online

Job Title: Echocardiographer/Vascular Ultra-Sound Company: Location: Meridian, MS Description: Opportunity for registered/certified echo/vascular sonagrapher in Miss. Part time and full time considered. Will consider tech with one or the other both are very helpful to my clients. Please forward your resume and qualifications to Register to View

Job Title: ECHO TECHNICIAN Company: Catholic Healthcare West Location: San Francisco, CA Description: Certified Echo Technologist for Non-Invasive Cardiology. 3 years experience as Echo Tech. Certification Required.American Heart BLS Required*HJ#MIND