GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. May work in a hospital, clinical, or research environment. Echo Techs may specialize in Adult Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography or Fetal Echocardiography.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

· Use of non-invasive procedures to examine heart valves, chambers and blood vessels to produce images known as echocardiograms (ECGs).

· Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.

· Obtains patient history, explains procedures to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Ability to learn and use Radiology software packages such as Citrix, RadNet, and current PACS application.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Must be a graduate of an accredited Echocardiography school

· Must be ARDMS/RDCS certified or RCS through CCI certified

· Two years of experience in a hospital environment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

· Registered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) – Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) upon hire

· Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

RDMS, RDCS or RCS Certification

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Cardiology

Organization: AdventHealth Castle Rock

Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25027255

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.