Cardiac Diagnostic Technician (EKG & Echo)

MedElite Group•Altamont, NY

About The Position

Infinite Medical P.C. is seeking a skilled and compassionate Cardiac Diagnostic Technician to perform echocardiograms and electrocardiograms (EKGs) for patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. The role supports the diagnosis, monitoring, and management of cardiovascular conditions in a geriatric population. The technician travels to facilities as assigned and works with physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff.

Requirements

Prior experience performing echocardiograms and/or EKGs is required.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel as needed.
Strong technical, diagnostic, and patient care skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfort working with the geriatric population.
Ability to perform prolonged standing and walking, assist with patient positioning, operate and move diagnostic equipment, and lift or move patients.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field preferred.
RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) certification or equivalent preferred for Echo studies.
EKG Technician certification (CET or equivalent) preferred.
Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) according to established protocols.
Obtain diagnostic images for cardiology interpretation.
Perform EKGs, rhythm strips, and other non-invasive cardiac diagnostic tests.
Prepare patients for procedures and ensure their comfort and safety during testing.
Place electrodes and operate EKG equipment according to established standards.
Identify and document anatomical and functional cardiac findings.
Monitor patients during testing and report abnormal findings to the supervising clinician.
Document procedures accurately and submit studies through designated systems.
Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment as needed.
Follow HIPAA, infection control, and facility policies.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff.
Travel to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities as assigned.