Echo Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Delray Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Medical Director and the Director of Special Diagnostics, performs technical duties required in a variety of echocardiographic procedures. Operates imaging equipment in compliance with manufacturer specifications. Follows protocols for Imaging physician ordered exams. Obtains optimum diagnostic imaging of the heart to aid in diagnosis or progress of disease. Participates in the quality, process and performance improvement initiatives as requested. The Diagnostic Echocardiography Technician is responsible for following established departmental protocols and providing the Cardiologist with the best possible images for interpretation while maintaining the highest level of patient care and assessment. He or she coordinates the intradepartmental communications to ensure that exams are completed in a timely and efficient manner, in compliance to established turnaround time standards. Assists as needed with interdepartmental process improvement plans and ensures that data is collected for monthly and quarterly reports. Ensures quality of care and the best possible patient outcome.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology Program or minimum education required for credentials as listed below.
• 2 years experience preferred in ultrasound imaging
• Registered in ECHO by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• American Heart Association BLS certification
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Follows established departmental protocols and providing the Cardiologist with the best possible images for interpretation while maintaining the highest level of patient care and assessment.
• Coordinates intradepartmental communications to ensure that exams are completed in a timely and efficient manner, in compliance to established turnaround time standards.
• Assists as needed with interdepartmental process improvement plans and ensures that data is collected for monthly and quarterly reports.
• Ensures quality of care and the best possible patient outcome.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree