Echo Technologist Per Diem
About The Position
By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care. The Echocardiographer performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations for both inpatient and outpatient populations. This role is responsible for preparing and operating echocardiography equipment, obtaining accurate patient histories, explaining procedures, and producing high-quality images for physician interpretation. The Echocardiographer prepares preliminary findings and communicates results to the cardiologist in a timely and professional manner.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or graduation from an AMA-approved Ultrasound Program required
- ARDMS registry required within one year of hire to maintain employment
- Current CPR certification required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally and compassionately with patients and healthcare staff
- Attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality diagnostic images
Responsibilities
- performing diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations for both inpatient and outpatient populations
- preparing and operating echocardiography equipment
- obtaining accurate patient histories
- explaining procedures
- producing high-quality images for physician interpretation
- preparing preliminary findings
- communicating results to the cardiologist in a timely and professional manner
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
