ECHO Technician, FT Rotating (55589)

EL PASO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CORPORATION • El Paso, TX

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in coordinating the scheduling of tests and procedures in the non-invasive areas. Operates the Diagnostic ECG/Echocardiography equipment. Performs studies to include: Echocardiograms 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, contrast, stress echo, and transesophageal. Provides care to patients of varying ages and age-related needs.

Requirements

• Previous Echo Technician work preferred or 12 months on the position training.
• Registered in echocardiography required (new hire to obtain within 6 months of employment); ADMS or CCI credentials.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• High school graduates or equivalent.
• Knowledge of physical or biological sciences with minimum of six months of training, under supervision of an experienced non-invasive technologist and/or cardiologist.
• Thorough knowledge of all phases of Echocardiography, EKG, and other special cardiac diagnostic equipment.
• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of an Echochardiography Technician.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
• Knowledgeable of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Ability to perform basic computer keyboard skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating the scheduling of tests and procedures in the non-invasive areas.
• Operates the Diagnostic ECG/Echocardiography equipment.
• Performs studies to include: Echocardiograms 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, contrast, stress echo, and transesophageal.
• Provides care to patients of varying ages and age-related needs.

What This Job Offers

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